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Gift Orban leaving Olympique Lyonnais?
The club is considering selling Orban to address financial difficulties and comply with DNCG sanctions.
Orban has already been sold as part of Olympique Lyonnais' efforts to improve their financial situation amid DNCG sanctions.
The transfer of Gift Orban from Olympique Lyon to TSG 1899 Hoffenheim is nearing completion. According to transfer expert Matteo Moretto, both clubs have reached a full agreement. The final documents are currently being prepared, and the transfer announcement is expected soon. Orban, a Nigerian forward, has struggled for game time at Lyon this season, making only five appearances and scoring twice across all competitions.
Gift Orban, formerly of AA Gent, is allowed to leave his current club, potentially due to Olympique Lyon's financial issues.
Gift Orban, currently the third-choice striker, might be allowed to leave Lyon. He was bought for 12 million euros plus 8 million in bonuses from La Gantoise last winter and is currently valued at 15 million euros by Transfermarkt.
Gift Orban has been linked with an exit from Lyon recently, and Premier League clubs might show interest in him. His potential sale is part of Lyon's strategy to raise funds amidst their financial struggles.
Gift Orban has clubs interested in his services.
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