Keito Nakamura joins Olympique Lyonnais on a four-year transfer deal

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Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Keito Nakamura joins Olympique Lyonnais on a four-year transfer deal
Summary

Olympique Lyonnais signed Japan international Keito Nakamura from Stade de Reims on Wednesday evening. The transfer followed the formal closure of the French summer window, with the club utilizing a joker rule that permits internal moves between French teams. Nakamura joins on a four-year contract in a deal potentially worth €19 million including bonuses. Stade de Reims secured a 12.5% sell-on clause as part of the agreement. The move was prompted by the late departure of Malick Fofana from Olympique Lyonnais. By completing the transaction on Wednesday, the club ensured the winger is registered for their upcoming UEFA Europa League campaign.

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  • Keito Nakamura signed a four-year contract with Olympique Lyonnais.
  • The deal is worth up to €19 million with included bonuses.
  • Stade de Reims retains a 12.5% sell-on clause.
  • The transfer was completed via the French joker rule.
  • Nakamura is eligible for the UEFA Europa League roster.
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Keito Nakamura (26) has completed a move from Stade de Reims to Olympique Lyonnais, following the closure of the transfer window in France.Lyon lost Malick Fofana in the final moments of the summer tr...

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