Lyon scouts Spanish winger as cheap fix to €40m Fofana price

Malick Fofana remains at the centre of Olympique Lyonnais' transfer market questions, with the club demanding at least €40 million for the Belgian forward while already scouting a Spanish winger as a cheaper alternative.

Parallel paths in Lyon's summer strategy

Roma, Inter Milan and Atalanta Bergamo are all monitoring the Belgian international, underscoring the high interest in his services. The price tag of €40 million reflects Lyon's valuation of Fofana as a potential Champions League player.

No departure has been confirmed, yet Lyon's hierarchy is already evaluating options that could soften the sporting impact of a late‑season sale. The club’s proactive approach aims to avoid a scramble for a replacement if the deal materialises.

An offensive from Roma could alter the final phase of Lyon's market activity, adding another variable to the negotiations surrounding Fofana.

According to journalist Rudy Galetti, relayed by Lyon Foot, the club has also turned its attention to Min‑Su Kim. The 20‑year‑old South Korean winger currently belongs to Girona after a loan spell at FC Andorra.

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Kim featured in 40 matches across all competitions during his loan, scoring six goals and providing four assists. Returning to Catalonia, he is now in the final year of his contract, matching Lyon's summer habit of targeting young, experienced yet affordable talent.

While Kim does not offer the same guarantees as Fofana, his acquisition would allow Lyon to prepare for the future without allocating a large portion of a potential sale fee.

Ajax, Rangers and Fenerbahçe have also made inquiries, highlighting the competitive interest in the winger. Girona would even consider extending Kim and could grant him playing time this season, but no concrete offer or negotiation has been announced between the clubs.

Lyon's interest therefore remains a preventive information‑gathering exercise, likely to intensify only if Fofana departs, with his price and Champions League prospects remaining the decisive factors for the transfer window's conclusion.