OL: Benrahma first departure of the winter, an offer falls

Starter and scorer with OL in the Coupe de France on Saturday, Saïd Benrahma could be the first player to pack his bags this winter. An English club is very keen to bring in the Algerian international.

Recruited by Olympique Lyonnais just a year ago, Saïd Benrahma has greatly contributed to Les Gones' rise in the standings in 2023-2024 from last to sixth place in Ligue 1. This season is more difficult for the Algerian international, replacing Pierre Sage in the big posters. The Lyon technician prefers Rayan Cherki and Malick Fofana on the sides, but the former West Ham playmaker retains significant playing time. It must be said that as soon as he has the opportunity to play, Saïd Benrahma generally delivers good matches as was the case on Saturday in the Coupe de France against Feignies-Aulnoye.

Precisely, the performances of the 29-year-old Algerian attacking midfielder as well as his lack of playing time at OL caught the attention of an English club looking for a player of this profile. According to information on the site Football League World in England, Burnley is very interested in the possible arrival of Saïd Benrahma during the winter transfer window. Currently third in the Championship, the club founded in 1882 has high hopes for a potential return to the Premier League at the end of the season. But for that, Scott Parker would like to add one or two recruits to his squad this winter. Among the targeted players, Saïd Benrahma is at the very top of Burnley's list.

Burnley very interested in Saïd Benrahma this winter

The British media adds that competition will be strong in this matter because several European clubs, whose identity has not yet been revealed, are also on the case. Forced to sell by June 30 to comply with the requirements of the DNCG, the Rhone club could see it as a great opportunity to recover money thanks to the departure of a player who is certainly important in the rotation, but not fundamentally holder in the eyes of Pierre Sage. However, for this to succeed, the player will have to be convinced. And it's hard to imagine Saïd Benrahma accepting a departure for the English second division during the season while he is playing in the Europa League and fighting for the podium in Ligue 1 with OL.