Lyon director hints Roma target Fofana could stay

Lyon's sporting director says it's 'possible' Malick Fofana remains at the club despite Roma interest.

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What happened. Lyon sporting director Matthieu Louis-Jean said it is 'possible' that Roma target Malick Fofana will stay with the club.

• Fofana joined Lyon two and a half years ago.
• Louis-Jean's comments suggest hope of retaining the player.

“it is 'possible' that Roma transfer target Malick Fofana (21) will remain with Les Gones”

— Matthieu Louis-Jean

Roma's interest may test Lyon's resolve, but the director's optimism hints at a potential stay.

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