Paulo Fonseca, coach de l’OL (Photo by CHRISTIAN CHARISIUS / dpa Picture-Alliance via AFP)
With the reduction of sanctions by the DNCG, OL are in theory a little freer in their movements. Paulo Fonseca once again reminded that the winter priority remains an attacker.
The holidays are not long away but OL still have one last contract to fulfill in 2025. With the receipt of the FC Saint-Cyr Collongesthe Lyonnais do not want to make national and regional headlines on Monday following a poor performance in the 32nd finals of the Coupe de France. We will therefore have to do the job against the Regional 1 club before thinking about the winter break. A short break of one week before resuming training to prepare for the trip to Monacoon January 3. For Paulo Fonseca and the recruitment unit, the Christmas period will not necessarily be synonymous with rest. But they would certainly like to have nice gifts under the tree.
“Things can change a player’s situation”
With the reduction in DNCG sanctions, OL can be a little more active in the winter transfer window, even if the shadow of UEFA still looms large so as not to do anything crazy. Nevertheless, at the microphone ofOLPlay, Fonseca recalled the priority of the Lyon winter to strengthen itself. “It’s clear to everyone that we need attackers”he explained. Endrick will he be the lucky one as has been discussed for several weeks? The Portuguese coach preferred to kick into touch, despite the beginnings of discussions between the two clubs. “I know that sometimes things are close to being done, but a few details can change the situation, I only speak when the players are here, but we work together with Matthieu (Louis-Jean) and Benjamin (Charier) to bring in strong players who can improve the team”.
Despite what can be said in Spain, we will therefore have to wait until January 1, 2026 or more to be sure that the Brazilian striker is a strong reinforcement.
