Gift Orban Transfer from Olympique Lyonnais to Trabzonspor
Gift Orban has been on Trabzonspor's transfer radar since the summer, and it is almost certain that he will leave Lyon in January. The French club is facing severe financial difficulties and is expected to be relegated, planning to part ways with Orban and 6-7 other players. Trabzonspor is eager to act quickly in this transfer. Coach Şenol Güneş reportedly gave a positive report about the 22-year-old attacker.
Trabzonspor intensified their efforts in the final days of the summer transfer window to secure Gift Orban, proposing 10 million Euros with a purchase option. Nonetheless, Lyon was reported to have asked for 12-13 million Euros. Facing economic challenges and the prospect of relegation, Lyon is said to be in need of reducing their squad. Reports from the French press suggest that Gift Orban is anticipated to depart from the team. Trabzonspor is planning to acquire the Nigerian star in January, with their coach Şenol Güneş reportedly providing positive feedback on the move.
Trabzonspor is reportedly preparing to make another attempt to acquire Gift Orban following their previous efforts in the final days of the summer transfer window. It is anticipated that Lyon will sell numerous players due to a financial crisis, which has also resulted in a temporary relegation penalty for the club. Trabzonspor's management, guided by coach Şenol Güneş, who is said to admire Orban, is planning to initiate negotiations in December. In their earlier attempt, Trabzonspor proposed a loan deal with an option to purchase, totaling up to 10 million Euros, but it was reported that Lyon was firm on a price of 12 million Euros.
Gift Orban, who is currently facing difficulties at Olympique Lyonnais, is likely to leave during the winter transfer window. Trabzonspor is keeping a close eye on the Nigerian player's situation and is prepared to make a move in the upcoming transfer window. Previously, in September, when the Turkish market was still open, Trabzonspor had proposed a paid loan with an option to buy. However, Orban had turned down the offer. Considering his present circumstances at Lyon, he might be more open to accepting the offer in January.
Gift Orban was close to leaving Lyon for Trabzonspor last week but ultimately stayed in France.
Gift Orban (22 years old, 1 appearance and 2 goals in Ligue 1 this season) was targeted by Trabzonspor. Despite confirmed negotiations between the two clubs, the transfer failed on Thursday morning. Orban, under contract until June 2028, will stay at Olympique Lione and compete for a spot with Alexandre Lacazette and Georges Mikautadze.
Trabzonspor is making intense efforts to sign Gift Orban. Despite meeting Lyon's conditions, there are still issues on the player's side. The management will strive to finalize this transfer until the last moment.
Trabzonspor has made an offer for Gift Orban. Negotiations are ongoing. An agreement has been reached between the player and Trabzonspor. Trabzonspor proposes a loan with an obligatory purchase option of 10 million euros under certain conditions. Olympique Lyonnais demands 12 million euros with an unconditional obligatory purchase option.
Gift Orban is set to move to Trabzonspor. Trabzonspor will pay a loan fee of 1 million euros, with an option to buy for 6 to 8 million euros. Lyon purchased Orban for 14 million euros from AA Gent, where he was previously sold for 12 million euros with 2 million euros in bonuses already added. There was also a 20% resale option on the additional value, which will not be realized.
Trabzonspor has expressed interest in acquiring Gift Orban. The club has proposed a loan fee of 1 million euros, along with a purchase option ranging between 6 and 8 million euros. However, Olympique Lyon is leaning towards a permanent transfer or a loan that includes an obligation to buy, and has raised their loan fee demand to a minimum of 1.5 million euros. Negotiations are still in progress, with some disagreements regarding a potential resale percentage. Gift Orban is reportedly eager for the move due to his dissatisfaction with his current situation at Lyon.
Trabzonspor has expressed interest in acquiring Gift Orban, proposing a loan fee of 1 million euros with an option to purchase for 6-8 million euros. Nevertheless, Lyon is favoring a permanent transfer or a loan with an obligation to buy, and has increased their loan fee requirement to a minimum of 1.5 million euros. The negotiations have hit a standstill due to disagreements over the loan fee and a potential resale percentage. Despite this, Trabzonspor remains determined to secure the transfer. Orban is reportedly eager for the move as he is dissatisfied with his current situation at Lyon.
Trabzonspor is keen on Gift Orban, offering a 1 million euro loan with a mandatory purchase option of 6-8 million euros. Olympique Lyonnais, who bought him for 12 million euros plus bonuses and a sell-on clause, is not satisfied and demands a higher loan fee of 1.5 million euros. Orban, unhappy as Lyon's third-choice striker, has agreed to Trabzonspor's terms after discussions with coach Şenol Güneş. Disagreements persist over the sell-on percentage.
Trabzonspor has increased their loan offer to 1.5 million Euros for Gift Orban. Lyon demands a mandatory purchase clause of 6 million Euros based on championship and 20 goals, as well as a share from the next sale. Trabzonspor has accepted the mandatory purchase clause but rejected the share from the next sale condition. It is reported that Gift Orban is unhappy at Lyon and wants to leave. If issues are resolved, he will come to Trabzon for medical checks and signing.
Gift Orban is currently playing for Lyon. Trabzonspor has shown interest in him after his position became uncertain following Zaha's transfer. Trabzonspor made an initial offer of 1 million Euro for a loan and 5 million Euro for a permanent transfer, which was later increased to 1 million Euro for a loan and 6 million Euro for a permanent transfer. However, Lyon is demanding 8 million Euro for the transfer. Negotiations are ongoing, and Trabzonspor is keen to finalize the deal soon.
Şenol Güneş approved Gift Orban's transfer from Lyon. Trabzonspor is finalizing the deal, with Orban eager to leave Lyon after Zaha's arrival. The offer includes a 1 million Euro loan fee and a 6 million Euro purchase option, but Lyon wants the total offer to be clarified and raised to 8 million Euros. The deal is expected to be completed this week.
Trabzonspor has made an offer to Lyon for a loan with an option to buy. The offer includes a 1 million Euro loan fee and a 5 million Euro purchase option at the end of the season.
Trabzonspor made an offer to Lyon for a loan with an option to buy. Lyon rejected the initial offer but requested a higher bid. Trabzonspor is preparing a new offer.
Trabzonspor submitted a loan offer with an option to buy for 1 million EUR loan fee and 5 million EUR purchase option. Lyon initially rejected the offer and requested a higher bid. Trabzonspor is preparing a new offer. The player is open to leaving due to the arrival of Zaha in his position.
Trabzonspor has reportedly made an offer for Gift Orban. The offer is said to consist of a loan for 1M€ with a mandatory purchase option set at 6M€. This option will allegedly be triggered if Orban scores at least 20 goals in the championship and if Trabzonspor wins the Süper Lig. Turkish media outlet Fanatik has confirmed the interest in Orban. Trabzonspor's management is reportedly very interested in Orban, who is capable of playing as both a striker and a winger.
Trabzonspor has submitted a proposal for Gift Orban, which includes a loan deal worth 1 million euros with a mandatory purchase clause set at 6 million euros. This clause will be activated if Orban scores a minimum of 20 goals in the championship and if Trabzonspor secures the Süper Lig title. Turkish media outlet Fanatik has verified Trabzonspor's interest in Orban. The club's management is keen on acquiring Orban, who has the versatility to play both as a striker and a winger.
Trabzonspor is interested in Gift Orban and has offered 1 million euros for a loan with a 6 million euro purchase option. Lyon paid nearly 20 million euros to AA Gent for Orban in January.
Trabzonspor has shown interest in Gift Orban and has made an offer of 1 million euros to loan him with an option to buy for 6 million euros. Lyon paid nearly 20 million euros to AA Gent for Orban in January.
Turkish journalist Yunus Emre Sel reported that Trabzonspor is competing with AEK to sign Gift Orban from Lyon. Trabzonspor has already submitted a loan offer of €1 million with a purchase option of €6 million, and is awaiting Lyon's response.
Trabzonspor wants to loan Gift Orban. They have submitted a bid with a loan fee of 1 million euros and an option to buy for 6 million euros, linked to the player's performance. Lyon is currently considering the offer. It is not yet clear if Orban is open to the move.
Trabzonspor wants to loan Gift Orban. They have submitted an offer including a loan fee of 1 million euros and a purchase option of 6 million euros. Olympique Lyon is currently considering the offer, and it is unclear if Orban himself is open to the move.
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