Olympique Lyonnais, which is seeking to reinforce its defense, is pursuing the signing of El Chadaille Bitshiabu from RB Leipzig. The player is reportedly set to leave the German club this winter, and Lyon could propose a loan without a purchase option. AS Monaco has also shown interest and may propose a similar deal. The French clubs face competition from Bournemouth, Manchester United, and Bayer Leverkusen, who are reportedly considering a loan with an option to buy for the defender, whose contract is valid until June 2029.