Olympique Lyonnais faces a new UEFA sanction, in addition to the pressure already exerted by the DNACG. This sanction is a direct consequence of non-compliance with fair financial play rules, resulting in the imposition of a strict protocol by the European body. The future of the club in the Europa League for the 2025-2026 season is uncertain, although continued UEFA monitoring is planned for the coming years. The official agreement between OL and UEFA is mainly aimed at restoring the balance of the budget deficit by the 2027-2028 season, with a procedure extending until 2028-2029.

The conditions imposed by UEFA are particularly restrictive. They include a fine of EUR 12.5 million, which could reach EUR 50 million in cases of non-compliance. The club runs the risk of exclusion from European competitions if it fails to fulfil its stated commitments and objectives. These targets include the injection of EUR 60 million into cash before 15 July, to be converted into equity before 15 October 2025. This request is consistent with the requirements of the DNACG, which wants OL to have a minimum of EUR 100 million in an identifiable account.

In sport, OL will also be subject to constraints. The club will not be able to recruit new players from its A list unless the balance of transfers is positive. This situation is currently favourable to OL, which made more than 50 million euros of sales without making any purchase. This scheme is applicable from the season 2025-2026 and at least until 2026-2027, with conditions depending on the club’s ability to reduce its deficit in accordance with UEFA requirements.