Jean-Michel Aulas, president of Ligue 1 clothing, believes the Dutch international can be persuaded to stay putting and sign new terms
Jean-Michel Aulas believes Memphis Depay can still be talked about in signing a new contract at Lyon, despite a man who has been closely linked with Barcelona in the past going to towards the free agency.
As things stand, a high-profile Dutch international will see his current contract expire at the end of the 2020-21 campaign.
A fresh start has been suggested, along with various landing locations, but current employers believe the 27-year-old can be sure to sign new terms and put plans in place. go ahead to take on a new challenge outside of France.
What was said?
Aulas, president of the Ligue 1 giants, has revealed The Progres: “Finally we believe it will be updated for next season.
“Right now it’s not possible but why not?”
Aulas told Depay: “He is a world-class talent.
“It simply came to our notice then. It will bring solutions. I always wanted him to stay but our offers didn’t make him believe it.
“We helped him to FC Barcelona but financially he couldn’t.”
When was Barcelona popular?
The depression Liga tried to make a deal for Depay during the 2020 summer transfer window.
Ronald Koeman was keen to make a comeback at Camp Nou with a player he worked with in the Dutch international setting.
No deal was reached before the deadline passed, as long as Barca had no money to invest during the January transfer window.
The former Manchester United winner could be left with nothing if he runs down his contract, with big decisions facing the Dutchman.
He has succeeded in France, behind a test spell at Old Trafford, with 68 goals and 49 assists recorded over 164 appearances.
His versatility makes him a viable option for Lyon, Barca or any other suitor, with his early days on the sidelines gaining trade for a productive run as a No. 9 midfielder.