Olympique Lyonnais is close to finalizing a deal with Carlos Vicens to replace Paulo Fonseca as head coach. Vicens, currently managing in Spain, is the top candidate for the position. The move follows Fonseca’s departure after a season where the club struggled in domestic and European competitions.
Corentin Tolisso (31) extends his contract with Olympique Lyonnais through 2029, two years beyond his previous expiration in 2027. The midfielder remains with the French club after securing the new agreement. Lyon’s sporting director Matthieu Louis-Jean confirmed the extension.
Michele Kang acquires a controlling stake in Lyon for $30 million, covering approximately 88% of the company. The transaction marks the end of John Textor’s ownership. Lyon operates in an industry not specified in the article.
The DNCG appeal committee reverses Lyon’s administrative demotion from Ligue 1. The decision follows an earlier ruling that had relegated the club to Ligue 2. Lyon’s appeal process targeted the financial and regulatory assessment by France’s national sports governance body.
