After closing the Alexandre Lacazette file, Olympique Lyonnais would have entered into negotiations with FC Barcelona concerning a transfer of Samuel Umtiti.
Very active in the summer transfer window, Olympique de Marseille seems to be negotiating fiercely with FC Barcelona to try to grab several young talents. Equally present, Olympique Lyonnais would have entered into discussions with the Catalan team for another prospect, much more experienced than the Marseille targets. According to information published by All Transfers, the Gones came to the information to determine the situation of Samuel Umtiti. Absent from La Liga lawns this season, the 28-year-old central defender has played only one and only match under the colors of Barça this season.
With the return of Alexandre Lacazette, free, Olympique Lyonnais seems to want to reconnect with its identity by enlisting veterans who know the house and its values. A track leading to Samuel Umtiti which therefore seems logical, in the same way as that concerning Corentin Tolisso. Still according to the Spanish press, the negotiations are well advanced and a loan in which OL would cover all of his salary is under study. The outcome would be close while FC Barcelona is inclined to let it go on its terms.
