Lyon in pole position to loan Villarreal star Arnaut Danjuma

Lyon are reportedly set to rekindle their interest in Arnaut Danjuma, a 27-year-old forward who has previously been on the club’s radar, according to a report by Foot Mercato.

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Standing at 178 cm, Danjuma spent the last season on loan at Everton, where he made 20 appearances and scored 2 goals. The Dutch international has also made 20 appearances for the Netherlands, contributing 2 goals at the international level.

Danjuma’s market value, as reported by Transfermarkt.com, currently stands at €13 million, a significant decrease from his peak value of €50 million in March 2022. This drop in market value highlights the fluctuating nature of football careers, yet Danjuma remains an appealing prospect for clubs looking to strengthen their attacking options.

During the winter transfer window, Danjuma was a primary target for Lyon as they sought to enhance their offensive lineup. However, the deal was ultimately too complex to finalize, mainly due to the difficulty of convincing Everton to terminate their loan agreement with the player. As a result, Lyon had to abandon their pursuit and shift their focus to other targets.

With the new season started, Lyon are once again eager to fortify their squad to ensure they can compete effectively both in domestic competitions and on the European stage. According to Foot Mercato, Lyon are revisiting the possibility of signing Danjuma, this time proposing a loan deal with an option to buy from his parent club, Villarreal.

This strategic move demonstrates Lyon’s commitment to bringing in high-quality players who can make an immediate impact on the pitch.

Danjuma’s versatility and experience at both the club and international levels make him a highly attractive option for Lyon. His ability to play in multiple attacking roles would provide the team with greater tactical flexibility, something that is crucial for a club aiming to compete on multiple fronts.

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Lyon’s interest in Danjuma underscores their ambition to build a squad capable of challenging for titles and making a strong impact in all competitions this season.

However, Lyon are not the only club interested in Danjuma. The report also indicates that other Ligue 1 clubs are monitoring the situation and may also try to secure the Dutch forward’s signature. This competition could complicate Lyon’s efforts to finalize a deal, as the player’s decision will likely depend on the terms of the proposed loan agreement and his own career preferences.

As the transfer window continues, the situation surrounding Danjuma’s potential move to Lyon remains fluid. The club’s renewed interest in the forward is a clear indication of their determination to strengthen their squad, but whether they can successfully bring Danjuma to Ligue 1 remains to be seen.

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Football fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how this transfer saga unfolds and whether Danjuma will ultimately don the Lyon jersey in the near future.

For now, Danjuma’s future remains undecided, but his potential move to Lyon could be a pivotal moment for both the player and the club as they look to achieve their respective goals in the upcoming season.

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Enzo Cattaneo

Naples-born Enzo Cattaneo has spent more than a decade living in Madrid and writing about Spanish football, German football and the Premier League for various Spanish football websites and now he writes about World football for World Football Rumours. He's been thinking about football transfers and rumours pretty much nonstop since the 2002 FIFA World Cup in South Korea.

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