Michel Kang, recently appointed President of Olympique Lyonnais, was recognized by ESPN as a sports philanthropist of the year. Its impact extends beyond OL’s safeguarding of a potential relegation in Ligue 2 thanks to its commitment to the development of women’s sport. In particular, it pledged 30 million euros to the United States Federation to soccer and invested 5 million euros in the national rugby team to 7 American. Her influence also extends to the possession of shares in OL’s women’s section and the London City Lionesses, making her a major figure in the world’s women’s sport.

Olympique Lyonnais seems to be actively seeking to strengthen its workforce, particularly from Portugal. Gonçalo Borges, a talented offensive player currently playing in Porto, is particularly targeted by the Lyon leadership. OL even had preliminary contacts with the technical director of the Portuguese club. Although competition is strong from clubs such as Strasbourg, PSG and Botafogo, OL could be willing to invest the €5 million estimated at its market value to gain access to its services.

Last season, OL Lyonnais won their 18th French Champion title, but suffered a disappointment in the Coupe de France and the Champions League. Faced with these results, the club hired Jonatan Giraldez, former FC Barcelona coach, and set up a full coaching team. The arrival of Alassane Plea at the PSV Eindhoven, for 3 million euros, marks a new chapter in the career of the French striker, who finds coach Peter Bosz, already at the head of OL. Plea, enthusiastic about joining the Dutch club, made a commitment until 2028.