Houssem Aouar on the start, Olympique Lyonnais is looking for a last reinforcement to evolve to the position of number 6. Les Gones show a certain interest in the Frenchman from AS Roma Jordan Veretout even if the competition is tough.
Back from preparation after their last 2-2 draw against Inter Milan on Saturday evening, Olympique Lyonnais hosts the Corsicans of AC Ajaccio on Friday evening for the opening match of Ligue 1. A crucial duel for good start the season, while Peter Bosz is still waiting for a last recruit before August 31. According to the information ‘d’Il Mesaggero’ the Rhone club wants to activate the Jordan Veretout track to strengthen its midfield during this transfer window. If the Gones appreciate the profile of the former Nantes player, the latter has already been in the sights of Olympique de Marseille for several weeks.
However, the 29-year-old is part of José Mourinho’s plans, who wants to keep him for next season but the Italian club should not oppose a departure in the event of a satisfactory offer. Valued at 17 million euros by ‘transfer market’ Veretout has a contract until June 2024 and its leaders are demanding between 10 and 15 million euros to let him go. The transalpine daily specifies that the offers have not yet exceeded 8 million euros for the tricolor. Former Fiorentina player, Jordan Veretout comes out of a long season with 50 games played in all competitions for 4 goals and 10 assists…
