According to Fanatik, Lyon's relegation to the 2nd League has raised potential transfer issues for Moussa Niakhate. The relegation, attributed to financial difficulties, has caused a significant stir in France. It is noted that many top players, including Niakhate, have a contractual clause permitting them to leave the club without a transfer fee if relegation occurs. Fenerbahçe is reportedly keeping a close watch on Niakhate's situation. Although Lyon has a week to appeal the relegation decision, reports in the French media indicate that the appeal is unlikely to be successful. Should the relegation be confirmed, Niakhate would become a free agent, with Fenerbahçe expected to commence negotiations promptly. Last summer, Lyon acquired Niakhate from Nottingham for 32 million Euros, marking him as the most expensive signing in the club's history.