Olympique Lyonnais is going through a period of reconstruction, marked by the sale of many key players to revive its finances. This strategy, initiated by the new management led by Michele Kang, has resulted in a loss of quality in the workforce, a situation that Clinton Mata recognizes. However, this situation offers the opportunity to develop the young talents of the training centre, an aspect that Mata compares to the Barça and Ajax models, renowned for training promising young players. Mata, now a pillar of the team, is responsible for coaching and growing these young players, while stressing the importance of their education and adaptation to a modern football where the explanation of tactics is paramount.

Clinton Mata, an experienced and respected player in the club, is also committed to OL and confident about the future of the club. He stressed the importance of the project of trust in training and saw himself in a role similar to that he had in Bruges and Gank, guiding and developing young talents. He cites Joaquim Maehle and Max de Cuyper as examples of players he helped to flourish. This vision translates into a central role in transmitting its experience and values to young players, a task that it considers essential for the future of the club.

In addition to rebuilding the force, OL is actively seeking reinforcements, including the goaltender position. The situation of Dominik Greif, currently in Mallorca, is at the heart of the negotiations. OL has already made an offer, but Majorca seems to be waiting for a better proposal. Lille’s competition complicates the situation, but OL has revised its position upwards. In addition, OL is involved in a complex case involving Savarino, a player he allegedly acquired in March but whose transfer was not formalized. These different tracks illustrate OL’s efforts to strengthen its team and ensure its future.