The DNCG maintained OL in Ligue 1, but considerable financial efforts will be needed to stabilize the club’s accounts. The main objective is to reduce the payroll by EUR 100 million to EUR 60 million, a significant decrease from the EUR 160 million posted two years ago. This reduction will involve cheaper recruitment and lower salaries, as evidenced by the departures of key players such as Anthony Lopes and Alexandre Lacazette, as well as recent divestitures of players such as Nicolas Tagliafico and Jordan Veretout. The club’s strategy is to pursue these divestitures in order to achieve its financial objective.

OL is also courted by several European clubs, notably for its attacker Georges Mikautadze, whose departure could bring an important sum. Italian clubs such as AS Roma and Atalanta, as well as Turkish and German teams, have shown interest. Despite these market opportunities, the club must maintain a rigorous financial discipline. Management plans for regular sales to reduce payroll and generate liquidity. The aim is to continue to rely on players like Mikautadze to target Europe, while managing financial constraints.

The retention in Ligue 1 is a relief for the Lyon fans, but it is tempered by the persistence of financial difficulties and the multi-ownership of the club. The supporters’ groups express their dissatisfaction and call for the resignation of John Textor, who remains at the head of the OL holding company. The prospects for the coming seasons are considered complex, despite the assurances of the new leadership that they will remain competitive and target Europe. The future of the club will depend on its ability to balance player sales and maintain a strong team.

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