Goalkeeper Yvon Mvogo (30) is still a player for FC Lorient, currently second in Ligue 2. And the Swiss goalkeeper could have packed his bags several times last summer. As we announced, the Helvetian had received several offers, including two very concrete ones from Parma (Serie A) and Strasbourg.
“United?” It wasn't an option for me.”
In an interview given to Swiss media Blick, the FC Lorient goalkeeper returned to the last summer transfer window which saw him stay in Morbihan even though he had an exit voucher. “The discussions with the Strasbourg coach were very positive. Everything suggested that the transfer was going to take place. But ultimately, negotiations between the clubs failed on a few details. I had to accept it,” he said to our Swiss colleagues.
A little further, Yvon Mvogo affirms that Manchester United came to information for a replacement goalkeeper position, behind André Onana. “It wasn't an option for me. he mentions. I'm not satisfied if I can't be on the field. »
The 30-year-old also confided that his real goal was “the comeback with Lorient next spring. »
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Monday, November 18, the last defense started with the Nati against Spain (2-3) where he notably repelled a penalty.
