It is a real thunderclap which strikes Ligue 1. Historical club of the championship, OL was officially demoted in Ligue 2 by the DNCG, hardly convinced by the financial guarantees brought by John Textor. If the American owner of the Gones can still call on this sanction, the threat of administrative relegation is no longer only serious. She is real.
The news had the effect of a bomb for all Lyon supporters. Former emblematic president of the Rhodanian club, Jean-Michel Aulas expressed his amazement on his X account (formerly Twitter). “It's a shock. A terrible blow for all those who deeply love Olympique Lyonnais ”indicates the one who led OL for almost four decades.
“I think first of players, educators, club employees, so faithful supporters, and all those for whom OL is much more than a clubhe adds.
For 36 years, I made sure that such a situation never could occur. I gave everything to build a solid, respected, ambitious and healthy club financially. Today is sadness that dominates. And immense misunderstanding. »»
However, Textor was confident for OL …
“Out of respect for institutions, and in the restraint that Bernard Lacombe's disappearance also imposes on me, I will not comment at this stagehe continues. I am not yet aware of the expectations of the decision. I wish with all my heart that the call, and the guarantees that OL can bring – and especially those of John Textor and its associates within Eagle Football Holding – will allow us to return to this unprecedented situation. »»
And Jean-Michel Aulas to conclude: “I will remain, as I have always been, vigilant and deeply attached to the future of our club. »» Barely a few days ago, in
The teamJohn Textor had nevertheless expressed his optimism before passing before the DNCG. “We have made various investments in recent weeks. Everything is financially good ”he had assured. The financial gendarme of French football has judged otherwise.
