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Georges Mikautadze Transfer from Olympique Lyonnais to Villarreal
Georges Mikautadze described his move to Villarreal as a sacrifice to save Olympique Lyonnais, the club he loves. The transfer happened quickly in the last 4-5 days of the transfer window. Mikautadze mentioned discussions with Marcelino and Robert Pirès, who encouraged him about the move. He is now under contract with Villarreal until 2031.
Lyon needed to make a significant sale for financial reasons and considered selling either Malick Fofana or Georges Mikautadze. Ultimately, Mikautadze was transferred to Villarreal for a fee of 36 million euros in the last hours of the transfer window. The player described the move as a sacrifice to help Lyon's financial situation.
Olympique Lyonnais had to sell Georges Mikautadze to satisfy DNCG and UEFA requirements. Mikautadze was officially sold to Villarreal for 36 million euros, including 5 million euros in bonuses. Olympique Lyonnais retains 10% on any future resale profit. Mikautadze has signed a contract with Villarreal until June 2030.
AS reports on George Mikautadze's transfer to Villarreal, making him the club's most expensive signing. The club has reached an agreement with Lyon for the transfer of the forward. Mikautadze is set to travel to Vila-real this Sunday to undergo a medical examination and sign his new contract. The transfer was personally negotiated by Fernando Roig Negueroles and faced complications due to interest from other clubs, but was successfully resolved for Villarreal. Mikautadze will sign a six-year contract.
L’Olympique Lyonnais has reached a total agreement with Villarreal for the transfer of Georges Mikautadze. The Georgian forward is expected in Spain on Saturday to sign a five-year contract with Villarreal. This sale is significant for Olympique Lyonnais as it helps the club meet financial commitments with the DNCG and UEFA.
Mundo Deportivo reports on the agreement reached for the transfer of Georges Mikautadze to Villarreal. Villarreal and Olympique de Lyon have reached an agreement for the transfer of Georges Mikautadze for a total sum of 30 million euros. Mikautadze is expected to travel to Spain and undergo a medical examination with Villarreal.
Georges Mikautadze is expected to leave Olympique Lyonnais during the final stages of the transfer window. The directors of Lyon were set to meet with Villarreal officials in Monaco, alongside the Europa League draw. Discussions have progressed rapidly, and according to RMC, the two clubs are close to reaching an agreement for a transfer fee of around 30 million euros. Mikautadze has agreed to terms with Villarreal on a long-term contract, and the deal could be finalized very soon.
Villarreal's representatives are scheduled to meet with Olympique Lyonnais' officials on Friday to discuss the potential transfer of Georges Mikautadze.
Villarreal has shown significant interest in Georges Mikautadze and is preparing a 30 million euro offer. The player reportedly appreciates the interest from the La Liga club, which is set to compete in the Champions League this season. Known as the Yellow Submarine, Villarreal has experienced the departure of key players like Alex Baena and Hierno Barry and is on the verge of selling Yeremy Pino to Crystal Palace for nearly 50 million euros, thereby having substantial funds for new signings. Meanwhile, Olympique Lyonnais is expected to demand a considerable fee for their 24-year-old striker, who has netted one goal in two Ligue 1 appearances this season and is contracted until June 2028. Although an official offer has yet to be made, one is anticipated in the near future, and Brentford has also expressed interest in the Georgian forward, whose market value is estimated at €22 million by Transfermarkt.
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