The situation of Olympique Lyonnais was on the edge of the precipice, threatened with relegation in Ligue 2 if the demotion of OL by the Federal DNCG was confirmed. This perspective had already impacted Reims’ plans, which President Jean-Pierre Caillot explained that they had never imagined OL in difficulty, and that he had denounced John Textour’s “errors” for two years. Caiillot pointed out that the club was now focusing on the preparation of the League 2, considering this as an inevitable step.

However, a major change occurred. Michele Kang, head of OL, managed a long-term effort to convince the DNCG and avoid relegation. This success, the result of a collective effort involving lenders, shareholders, partners and business, was made possible by additional financial commitment from some lenders and partners. OL’s audit in front of the DNCG resulted in a success, ensuring that the club remained in Ligue 1 for the 2025-2026 season, a tremendous relief for the Lyon fans.

Michele Kang expressed his gratitude to local elected officials, including Bruno Bernard, Mayor of Lyon and Laurence Fautra, for their unwavering support. She stressed that this support has been a driving force for even harder work, with a view to restoring and protecting the club’s legacy. This success marked a marked contrast with John Textour’s policy, which had distorted relations with local elected officials. The future remains uncertain, but the success of Michele Kang offers a hope of stability and progress for OL.