Lyon may reduce asking price for Fofana after Champions League exit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Lyon's Malick Fofana has come under new transfer scrutiny following his club's elimination from the Champions League by Fenerbahce. With this setback impacting their financial situation, Lyon might lower Fofana's asking price, originally set at €30 million plus €5 million in bonuses. AS Roma is among several clubs expressing interest in Fofana, aiming to strengthen its attack as the transfer window closes. The urgency increases for Roma to finalize a deal for Fofana to provide additional options on the wing, as manager Gian Piero Gasperini has indicated a preference for the player.
- •Lyon eliminated from Champions League by Fenerbahce.
- •Fofana's original price tag was €30 million plus €5 million in bonuses.
- •Roma aims to strengthen its attack before the transfer window closes.
- •Multiple clubs, including Roma, are interested in Fofana.
- •Gasperini has expressed a desire to coach Fofana as soon as possible.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Lyon could lower demands for Fofana
"Roma is working on several fronts in these final hours of the transfer market. From the Oosterwolde deal, awaiting a response from Fenerbahce following the Giallorossi’s proposed change of format, t...
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