After a dismal 2011/2012 campaign, Lyon finished 4th in Ligue 1 and failed to qualify for next year’s Champions League. Woeful form of Les Gones have lead to speculations that many key players will leave
the club in summer.
Although http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Olympique-Lyonnais-c40130 have not finished in top three and failed to qualify for next edition of Champions League, Lyon’s 2011/2012 campaign cannot be deemed a failure.
Les Gones endured a season of highs and lows. OL managed to win Coupe de http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/France-c2899 and reached the final of Coupe de la Ligue. However, in domestic league, Stade de Gerland side failed to finish in top three. Failure to finish in top three saw seven-time champions
of the France miss out on a lucrative Champions league spot.
In order to compete with the likes of Lille, Paris Saint-Germain and Montpellier, Olympique Lyonnais have to buy new players as the French giants are in period of transition. However, OL are in financial turmoil these days and are unable to spend big in
the transfer market which is depriving them of getting players they want. Les Gones have to sell some players first if they want to sign new players.
The problems of Olympique Lyon do not stop there however. Failure to qualify for next year’s Champions League has lead to speculations that many star players are ready to leave the club in search of Champions League football. The likes of Aly Cissokho, Hugo
Lloris, Dejan Lovren, Ederson and http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Michel-Bastos-c25461 have been linked with moves away from Rhone.
Bettor.com now takes a look at few of those players who are likely to leave the Les Gones this mercato.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Aly-Cissokho-c5313
Age: 24
Position: Defender
Nationality: French
2011-12 SEASON STATS
Appearances: 31
Goals: 0
The France international has confirmed that he is willing to leave the Stade Gerland in the upcoming transfer window and Lyon’s full-back is eyeing Premier League as a possible destination.
While talking to reporters, Cissokho revealed that he would like to move to England with Newcastle his preferred choice.
“This week, I will speak with the OL staff. I reckon I prefer http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/England-c749, but for now, there is nothing done".
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Hugo-Lloris-c16408
Age: 24
Position: Goalkeeper
Nationality: French
2011-12 SEASON STATS
Appearances: 36
Goals: 0
The France number one has not really voiced his desire to leave his beloved club in search of Champions league football but things can change quickly. The 24 year old has attracted a lot of interest from many European clubs and Lyon have hinted that the
club is ready to cash-in on its star player this summer.
"Sometimes one is obliged to sell certain players and there are people who will surely be leaving the club," said Lyon director, Bernard Lacombe.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Dejan-Lovren-c10779
Age: 22
Position: Defender
Nationality: Croatian
2011-12 SEASON STATS
Appearances: 18
Goals: 1
Lyon have confirmed that they are willing to listen to offers for the Croatian defender. It seems inevitable that the defender will leave Les Gones in the summer. Financial troubles at the club have forced Lyon to sell few of their key players.
While talking to reporters, Lovren’s agent confirmed that OL are ready to cash-in on his client.
"Lyon are going through a difficult time from a financial point of view. I think if we were to get a good offer, then the club would evaluate it."
Honorato http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Ederson-c11880
Age: 26
Position: Midfielder
Nationality: Brazilian
2011-12 SEASON STATS
Appearances: 15
Goals: 2
The representative of the player has stated that the Brazilian is unlikely to sign a new deal with Lyon and a transfer to a Serie A side (most probably http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Lazio-c39775) is more than just a speculation.
The contract of the 26-year old midfielder is expiring and Les Gones have no plans to extend his stay at the club.
Lisandro Lopez
Age: 29
Position: Striker
Nationality: Argentinean
2011-12 SEASON STATS
Appearances: 28
Goals: 16
Although Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas has insisted that Lisandro Lopez is not for sale at any price, a big-money offer would test their resolve to hold onto their key asset.
The Argentine international has attracted a lot of interest from Spanish outfit Malaga who have the cash to meet Lyon’s demands. Malaga are offering Champions League football and it would be really hard for the prolific striker to turn down such an offer.
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