VIDEO: €3.5 million loan brings Loïs Openda to Olympique Lyon

Olympique Lyon have secured a €3.5 million loan for 26‑year‑old Belgian striker Loïs Openda, confirmed on Tuesday as the French club announced his move to Ligue 1 on a season‑long loan. The deal makes Openda a teammate of midfielders Orel Mangala, Julien Duranville and forward Malick Fofana, underscoring Lyon’s investment in proven talent.

The loan fee of €3.5 million has been paid by Olympique Lyon to secure Openda’s services for the season. The arrangement is a temporary move, with the player remaining under contract with his parent club.

Openda, a centre‑forward, will add depth to Lyon’s attacking options in the French top flight. The €3.5 million figure highlights the willingness of French clubs to spend significant sums on short‑term acquisitions, reflecting broader market activity in Ligue 1.