Lyon and Marseille took significant financial risks this season amidst a deepening crisis in French football. With debts around 540m, Lyon aimed for Champions League qualification, investing 150m into the squad and replacing popular manager Pierre Sage with Paulo Fonseca. This gamble may worsen their financial predicament, potentially leading to relegation or sanctions from Uefa. Lyon currently sits seventh in Ligue 1, facing uncertainty regarding their European participation for the next season as they negotiate with financial watchdogs amid rumors of possible penalties but hope for continued competition in Europe.
Owner John Textor took a gamble on the Champions League qualification, investing 150m in the squad, which resulted in the sacking of popular manager Pierre Sage.
Lyon's financial crisis deepens with debts of 540m and the specter of DNCG's administrative relegation looming large, putting their future at serious risk.
Despite a big spending spree, the new manager Paulo Fonseca is unlikely to secure the Champions League spot needed to stabilize Lyon's financial issues.
The uncertainty surrounding Lyon's future continues, as Uefa may impose sanctions despite the possibility of allowing them to qualify for Europe.
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