Lyon and Coventry City negotiate to sign Juventus’ Lois Openda
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 8:20 AM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Olympique Lyonnais and Coventry City have initiated talks to acquire Juventus forward Lois Openda. The 26-year-old Belgium international’s move comes after Juventus made his loan from RB Leipzig permanent for over €40 million. Openda's limited impact at Juventus, scoring only twice in 34 matches last season, has led to speculation about his future. RC Lens are also interested in re-signing Openda, although his high wages complicate a potential deal. Lyon reportedly have more flexibility in their wage structure compared to other suitors, while Coventry can offer Premier League football but not European competition.
- •Lyon and Coventry City are in talks for Lois Openda.
- •Juventus signed Openda permanently for over €40 million.
- •He scored twice in 34 matches for Juventus last season.
- •RC Lens also vying for Openda but face wage challenges.
- •Both Lyon and Lens can offer UEFA Champions League football.
- 8:20 AMYahoo Sports — Lyon and Coventry City open talks to sign Juventus’ Lois Openda
"Olympique Lyonnais are in talks to sign Juventus forward Lois Openda (26), according to a report from Foot Mercato.The battle to sign the Belgium international is hotting up. His loan from RB Leipzig ...
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