Six-time French champions forfeit professional status: contracts of all players terminated and training ground closed in sad development
Briefly

Bordeaux's decision to no longer retain professional status comes after accepting relegation due to financial problems, leading to contract terminations and training center closure.
Liverpool owners FSG's potential takeover discussions, if pursued, could have prevented Bordeaux's relegation; their withdrawal dealt a heavy blow to the club's financial prospects.
Bordeaux's rich history with Ligue 1 and Coupe de France wins, nurturing talents like Kounde and Tchouameni, underscores the impact of their transition to semi-professional status on French football.
The shift to semi-professional status not only impacts current players and staff but also marks the end of an era for Bordeaux, impacting French football's historical landscape.
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