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4 days ago
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Mercato: Nathan Ngoy reveals the reasons behind his move to Lille
Nathan Ngoy Of Congolese descent, Nathan Ngoy joined LOSC this summer. He explains his decision. Unveiled in Lille this Friday, Nathan Ngoy shed light on his choice. "I am very proud, very happy to join such a big club in France. It's a club that will bring me a lot, and I think I can also contribute. I am a central defender, but I've already played as a right-back, left-back, number 6, in every defensive position in a back three. I will play wherever the coach wants me to." the player shared. Although often sidelined by injuries, Nathan Ngoy managed to win over the Lille management. Olivier Létang, president of LOSC, did not hide his excitement: "He is a player with tremendous potential." However, he did admit that "there were some concerns regarding his injuries."
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4 days ago
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Lille president announces Edon Zhegrova U-turn amid Marseille interest
In an unexpected turnaround, Lille OSC president, Olivier Létang, has revealed in a press conference held today that Edon Zhegrova (26) could remain at the club and see out the final year of his contract. The president told reporters, 'It's possible that he'll stay with us, it's possible that he'll resume training from Monday and that we can count on him for the season.' He continued, 'He's a part of the squad. We considered that he could leave at some point, but I think that today the conditions are not necessarily there for him to be able to leave.' Lille reportedly had placed a steep valuation on a player with only one year left on his contract, with the club wanting somewhere between €15-20m. Létang explained that this U-turn would have a knock-on effect on their transfer plans, 'Rather than go out and find a new player… he's here, he's home, he's doing well, and he's eager. We talked about it. The idea, the agreement with him, if he returns to the first team, he'll play for us next season.' Létang's new position is quite the departure from his previous statement at the start of July, when the president told reporters, 'Edon has expressed his wish to leave. It doesn't seem appropriate to me to keep him with a year left on his contract in the current economic context of French football. [His departure is something] we're anticipating.' What about Olympique de Marseille's interest in Edon Zhegrova? During the week, it had looked as if the wheels were finally moving and that Zhegrova would be leaving the North of France, as Foot Mercato and L'Équipe reported that Olympique de Marseille were interested in plotting a swoop for the winger. Foot Mercato explained that Zhegrova was interested in the Marseille project, which will be playing UEFA Champions League football this season. However, they noted that Marseille had not made contact with Lille, and they were facing competition from Saudi Arabia, with Al-Nassr monitoring the Kosovan international. Létang confirmed in today's press conference that Lille had not been approached by Marseille, stating, 'I've had no contact with French clubs over Edon.' GFFN | Nick Hartland
Yahoo
16-07-2025
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Lille set asking price for wantaway winger Edon Zhegrova
According to a report from L'Équipe, Lille OSC president Olivier Létang regrets his decision in the winter transfer window to hold on to Edon Zhegrova (26). The club had received a €20m bid for the winger from SSC Napoli, who were looking for a replacement for Paris Saint-Germain-bound Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. The president reportedly told Zhegrova that once he returned from injury, he would have bigger clubs than the Serie A champions interested, and there were talks about extending his contract for another year, but with a gentleman's agreement that he would be sold. However, Zhegrova never returned from injury, and an extension was never agreed. Advertisement This leaves Les Dogues with an asset who wants to go, is no longer training with the squad, and has entered the final year of his contract. L'Équipe writes that Létang has set the club's asking price at above €20m, with La Voix du Nord explaining it could be around €25m. Lille have acted in the market, bringing in Marius Broholm, and are on the verge of securing the transfer for Manchester City and Juventus academy product Felix Correia. However, questions remain over their readiness for the French top flight. GFFN | Nick Hartland
Daily Record
14-07-2025
- Sport
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Rangers 'reject' first Hamza Igamane bid from Lille as exact difference in transfer valuation finally made clear
The deal had been stuck in limbo but the French club appear to have finally made their move Rangers have reportedly turned down Lille's first offer for Hamza Igamane after they French club finally made their move. Igamane impressed in his debut Ibrox campaign - netting 16 goals for the Light Blues after a £1.7million move from AS FAR last summer. That has sparked discussions with the Ligue 1 side over a potential move - with And Rangers new owners 49ers Enterprises are determined to land a bumper profit in the 22-year-old with the Glasgow giants holding out for a £15million payday. And while Igamane has already agreed personal terms over a move no formal bid has been tabled - with Lille president Olivier Letang previously admitting the club were in no hurry to get a deal done. But La Voix Des Sports report that the club have finally made a formal move with a £13million offer put on the table - but the Scottish Premiership side have reportedly stuck to their valuation and turned down the offer. Lille are said to feel a deal is "stuck" at this stage with Rangers now unwilling to lose the striker before their Champions League qualifier with Panathinaikos next Tuesday. Rangers "will be given time" to assess the situation following their clash with the Greek side and find a replacement - but it is expected a deal could be done should they "raise their bids" Speaking about the frontman last week, Lille supremo Olivier Letang confirmed interest with a deal deadlocked: "He is indeed a player we are following, but we have not yet made any offers to his club." Rangers' boss Russell Martin has been unmoved by the speculation with Igamane reporting for the pre-season training camp at St George's Park. However, the Morocco international was a notable absentee from the team that played in a closed-door friendly against Barnsley to round off the week of training - missing the clash with the Tykes alongside Cyriel Dessers, who has also been tipped for a move to AEK, You can get all the news you need on our dedicated Rangers and Celtic pages, and sign up to our newsletters to make sure you never miss a beat throughout the season. We're also on WhatsApp where we bring all the latest breaking news and transfer gossip directly to you phone. Join our Rangers community here and our Celtic community here.
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18-05-2025
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Bruno Genesio could leave Lille
It has been a season of highs and lows at Lille OSC. There were the results in the UEFA Champions League 'League Phase', notably the win against Real Madrid, that was a particular high point. However, there were lows too, such as the defeat to Borussia Dortmund, which saw them exit from the competition. It is also a season that ends without qualification for next season's Champions League. Despite a win on the final day of the season, OGC Nice's victory over Stade Brestois means that LOSC only finished fifth. They will therefore play in the Europa League next season. Advertisement Whether Bruno Genesio will be on the sidelines is another question entirely, with L'Équipe casting doubt over his future. The former Stade Rennais manager arrived last summer, replacing Paulo Fonseca. L'Équipe understands that he doesn't have an 'ideal' professional relationship with president Olivier Létang. There is also frustration about the transfer window dealings and the management of contract situations. Chuba Akpom was the only arrival in January, whilst Jonathan David, Angel Gomes, Rémy Cabella, and Samuel Umtiti will all leave on free transfers. Unconsulted in the recruitment process, Genesio could exit Lille before the start of the next campaign. In order to remain, there needs to a clarification of the internal workings of the club. GFFN | Luke Entwistle
