Lyon close in on €1m signing of Angers’ Himad Abdelli | OneFootball

SCO Angers midfielder Himad Abdelli (26) is on the verge of joining Olympique Lyonnais, according to a report from L’Équipe. 

Abdelli was excellent for Angers last season, proving to be the creative spark in a side that defied expectations to comfortably steer clear of relegation from Ligue 1. He missed the start of this season due to injury, but since returning, he has once again been influential for Alexandre Dujeux’s side. His two goals in 13 games do not do justice to the impact that the Algerian has in the attacking department.

His importance, however, was recognised by the Algeria national team, who have called the playmaker up to their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) squad, following the withdrawal of Houssem Aouar due to injury. 

When he returns from Morocco, it may not be to Angers. As per L’Équipe, Lyon are pushing to sign Abdelli, and he has already held talks with Paulo Fonseca. OL must, however, convince Angers to sell. A deal could be done for a little over €1m, given that he has just six months remaining on his contract. 

GFFN | Luke Entwistle