Fofana came close to leaving Lyon in the summer, as Fulham held talks to sign him. Reports suggested Fulham were willing to meet Lyon’s €45million (£39m) asking price, though the transfer did not go through. According to his agent Frederico Pena, Fofana did not want to take the risk.

Malick Fofana is attracting interest from several clubs including Fulham. Lyon hopes the interest from multiple clubs will drive up the price. Transfermarkt currently estimates his market value at 30.00 million euros.