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·28 August 2026

Lyon’s Malick Fofana expected to be benched against Le Havre to protect possible sale

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Malick Fofana is expected to start on the bench for Lyon against Le Havre on Saturday evening. According to Le Progres, the move is a precaution to avoid any injury that could jeopardise a possible sale before the window closes.

His display in the play-off second leg against Fenerbahçe was influential, even as Lyon lost the second leg. He drew saves from Ederson and scored a superb goal.

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He was rated seven out of 10, and the mark would have been higher had Lyon won.

Fofana is viewed as one of Lyon’s most valuable assets in this window.

Any benching would be a short-term measure while the market remains open.

Source: Le Progres

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