Nicolo Schira reports that Lille was interested in signing Youssouf Fofana from AC Milan, but Lyon is now in a more advanced position to sign him.

LOSC Lille has joined Galatasaray and Real Betis in showing interest in signing 27-year-old French international midfielder Youssouf Fofana from AC Milan. It is reported that the interested clubs are seeking a loan deal that includes an option to buy. Fofana, who has 25 caps for France, joined Milan in August 2024 for a fee reported to be €20 million and has a contract until 2028. His current market value is listed by Transfermarkt at €23.00m, while AC Milan's asking price for a permanent transfer in August 2026 has been reported to be between €15 million and €20 million.