"Tottenham are continuing to show a strong interest in a potential transfer move for Lyon winger Malick Fofana, CaughtOffside understands. Spurs made a late move for Fofana in the summer transfer window, but this was rejected as Lyon didn't have enough time to sign a replacement. That's what sources with close ties to the agents industry have now informed CaughtOffside, as Tottenham are expected to try again for Fofana in January."
"Multiple sources confirmed that Lyon would likely ask for around 50m to let Fofana go. Malick Fofana has transfer interest from other top clubs Tottenham seem to be showing the strongest interest in Fofana at the moment, but the 20-year-old also has other big-name suitors. CaughtOffside have previously been informed about Liverpool eyeing the player, while our latest information is that Inter Milan are also really keen."
"EXCL: Nottingham Forest have agreed deal with Olympique Lyon for Malick Fofana but no agreement yet on player side. Fofana, waiting for Champions League clubs with Chelsea still keen on the player. Understand Bayern and Napoli have also called to make initial approach. pic.twitter.com/dp8XtwDP9x Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 1, 2025 EXCL: Nottingham Forest have agreed deal with Olympique Lyon for Malick Fofana but no agreement yet on player side. Fofana, waiting for Champions League clubs with Chels"
Tottenham made a late push to sign 20-year-old Malick Fofana during the summer transfer window, but Lyon rejected the offer because they lacked time to secure a replacement. Tottenham plan to revisit the transfer in January and view Fofana as a key target. Multiple sources indicate Lyon would likely demand around €50m to sell. Fofana has attracted interest from several major clubs, including Liverpool, Inter Milan, Arsenal, Chelsea, Nottingham Forest, Napoli and Bayern Munich. Reports suggest Nottingham Forest reached an agreement with Lyon on terms but no player agreement exists, while Chelsea, Bayern and Napoli have also made approaches.
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