Olympique Lyonnais Secures Loan Deal for Real Madrid Youngster Endrick

Securing the services of a true forward, Olympique Lyonnais completed one of the major deals of the January transfer window by landing Endrick. However, the Real Madrid prodigy will not be staying as the deal does not include an option to buy, leaving Lyon in search of a new striker for the next season.

Endrick’s Career Move

Considered a starter in most European clubs, Endrick, who was signed for over €50 million in 2024 as a young player, needed to find a solution to reignite his career. That solution came in the middle of winter, as the Brazilian joined OL on a six-month loan, contributing 3 goals and four assists in 10 Ligue 1 matches.

Who Will Replace Endrick?

Despite being seen as a major future gamble, Lyon will have to part ways with Endrick at the end of his loan spell. With no chance of keeping him, it is imperative for Lyon to swiftly find a new striker. The financial constraints, including a deficit of over €200 million from the previous season, add complexity to the situation. However, there are two potential targets under consideration, with one possibly making headlines.

Lyon Eyes Lucas Stassin

According to reports from Média Foot, Lyon is eyeing Matthis Abline from FC Nantes, as well as Lucas Stassin from AS Saint-Etienne. Stassin has scored 9 goals and provided 6 assists in 26 Ligue 2 matches and could be aiming for a higher platform in the upcoming transfer window, especially after his recent call-up to the Belgian national team. The reception of his potential signing by Lyon remains uncertain, given past experiences of similar deals being quickly shut down due to the rivalry between the two clubs.