Gift Orban Transfer from Olympique Lyonnais to TSG Hoffenheim
Gift Orban, known for making history by achieving the fastest hat-trick in UEFA club competition history with Gent, is set to transfer from Lyon to Hoffenheim. Having scored 5 goals in 21 matches for Lyon, he is moving to the Bundesliga in an effort to rejuvenate his career. The transfer deal is valued at 10 million euros. Orban has committed to a 'long-term contract' with Hoffenheim, although the precise length of the contract remains unspecified. Andreas Schicker, Hoffenheim's Sports Managing Director, mentioned that Orban is the quick striker the team had been looking for, highlighting his threat as a goal scorer and the enthusiasm he has shown in his previous roles.
Gift Orban, who has been frequently associated with Galatasaray and Trabzonspor, has officially joined Hoffenheim, a Bundesliga team in Germany. The contract is reportedly valid until 2029. Hoffenheim paid a total of 12 million Euros, comprising 9 million Euros in transfer fees and 3 million Euros in bonuses.
The transfer was confirmed as official after being speculated for several days. Gift Orban, a Nigerian forward who joined Olympique Lyonnais last winter from La Gantoise, has now signed with Hoffenheim. This transfer is set to provide a significant financial boost to the financially struggling club from Rhône. It was stated by Olympique Lyonnais that the transfer fee amounts to 9 million EUR, with potential bonuses reaching up to 3 million EUR (1 million EUR guaranteed), along with a 7.5% interest on the profit from any future transfer. Gift Orban participated in 21 matches with Olympique Lyonnais, scoring 5 goals.
Gift Orban, who was not included in head coach Pierre Sage's plans at Olympique Lione, is set to sign a contract with Hoffenheim and make a move to the Bundesliga. The Nigerian forward, born in 2002, is expected to sign a 4.5-year contract following medical examinations. Hoffenheim managed to secure the transfer by making a third proposal of 12 million euros, including bonuses, which Lione accepted. Orban was previously acquired by Lione for 14 million euros, including bonuses, from Gent in January. The transfer is anticipated to be finalized within hours.
Gift Orban's transfer to Hoffenheim is expected to be official within the next few hours.
Gift Orban is reportedly close to a transfer to TSG Hoffenheim, with negotiations between Hoffenheim and Olympique Lyon reportedly far advanced according to kicker information. Orban is under contract with Lyon until summer 2028, and the transfer fee is expected to be just under the 10 million euro mark. Last year, Olympique Lyon paid 12 million euros to KAA Gent for Orban.
Lyon's management reached an agreement on Wednesday with their German counterparts from Hoffenheim for the transfer of Nigerian striker Gift Orban. The player is set to travel to Hoffenheim on the same evening. He will sign a four-and-a-half-year contract with Hoffenheim after completing his medical examination. The transfer fee is 12 million euros, including bonuses.
Gift Orban, who has experienced limited playing time at Olympique Lyon, is nearing a transfer to Hoffenheim. The two clubs have reportedly reached an agreement, with only the final details between Hoffenheim and Orban yet to be finalized. It is anticipated that Orban will assist Hoffenheim, which is currently struggling near the relegation zone in the Bundesliga, by enhancing their attacking options. Lyon is reportedly dealing with financial difficulties and aims to benefit from this sale. AA Gent, Orban's former club, is also reportedly interested in the transfer as they hold a sell-on clause.
The transfer of Gift Orban to TSG Hoffenheim is still pending completion. L'Équipe reported that RC Lens has also submitted a bid for the Nigerian striker from Olympique Lyon. The bid is said to be eight million euros. However, Olympique Lyon turned down the offer and is asking for twelve million euros. Hoffenheim is currently proposing ten million plus bonuses, and an agreement between the clubs is close but not finalized. TSG Hoffenheim has already reached an understanding with Orban himself. If Lens does not raise their offer, Hoffenheim's chances of securing the deal are very promising.
Hoffenheim has already offered 10 million euros to Olympique Lyonnais for Gift Orban and currently has an advantage over RC Lens.
Gift Orban is now set to move to TSG Hoffenheim. The transfer is seen as a potential success, as Orban has previously performed well in the Belgian league, which is considered somewhat similar to the Bundesliga. However, the transfer also carries risks due to Orban's inconsistent adaptation to clubs.
Hoffenheim is close to finalizing a deal for Gift Orban, a forward born in 2002, currently playing for Olympique Lione. The German club has made significant progress and could welcome the Nigerian striker in January. Orban is at the top of Hoffenheim's list, seeking a speedy attacker. His departure is favorable for OL, which aims to downsize its offensive sector, and for Orban, who is no longer in the plans of Pierre Sage and his staff. Olympique Lione has put Orban on the market.
According to 'Relevo' and transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, Gift Orban from Olympique Lyon is on the way to the Bundesliga. The Spanish portal writes that the signing of Orban is 'close to completion', and Romano reports of advanced negotiations. Currently, there is no information on whether the transfer will be permanent or a loan.
Hoffenheim is progressing in their pursuit of Gift Orban. The German club, which played against Olympique Lyonnais in the UEFA Europa League a few weeks ago, is reportedly close to finalizing his transfer, as reported by journalist Matteo Moretto. Sky Germany also confirms this information, mentioning that Orban is a priority on Hoffenheim's list of desired players, especially as they seek a fast forward. His move is considered advantageous for both Olympique Lyonnais, which is looking to streamline its offensive lineup, and for Orban, who is no longer part of coach Pierre Sage's and his staff's plans.
Gift Orban, who was transferred to Olympique Lyon for 14 million euros in January, is now the subject of speculation regarding a move to Hoffenheim. Despite his underwhelming performance, scoring only five goals in 21 matches at Lyon, reports suggest that Hoffenheim is close to acquiring the 22-year-old striker. The German club is in search of a prolific goal-scorer, as their current top scorer, Andrej Kramaric, has managed only five goals this season. It is noted that AA Gent, Orban's former club, holds a 20% sell-on clause, ensuring they will benefit from Lyon's profit on this transfer.
Gift Orban, a player for Olympique Lyonnais, has not been used frequently this season. Journalist Matteo Moretto suggested that Orban is a logical candidate for a transfer in the upcoming winter window. Orban, who is 22 years old and has participated in only 3 matches, scoring 2 goals this season, has been left out by coach Pierre Sage in 11 of the last 15 matches in all competitions. It has been reported that advanced discussions are taking place between Olympique Lyonnais, Hoffenheim, and Orban, with Hoffenheim, currently positioned 14th in the Bundesliga, nearing the completion of his transfer for January. This potential move could also provide a financial benefit to Olympique Lyonnais.
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