Pavel Sulc (25) is expected to leave Olympique Lyonnais during the January transfer window, as per a report from L’Equipe.
Whilst Lyon have succeeded in reducing costs in recent months, further efforts must be made as the consequences of the John Textor era continue to be felt. The departure of manager Paulo Fonseca earlier this month was another step in the right direction. Sporting CP paid a fee of €5m to acquire the Portuguese manager’s services, whilst the Ligue 1 club are also saving his considerable salary, reported to have been around €400,000 per month.
But, in order to fulfil promises made to French football’s financial watchdog, the DNCG, further efforts have to be made. At least one, perhaps two players will have to be sold during the January transfer window. The alternative would be risky and would rely on either a run deep in the UEFA Europa League or another qualification for European football next season.
One of the players expected to be sold is Sulc. The Czechia international was heavily linked with an exit in the summer and has since revealed having turned down advances from Wrexham. In addition to Sulc, there also exists the possibility of Ernest Nuamah leaving Les Gones this winter.
GFFN | Luke Entwistle
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