Nicolo Schira reports that Betis Seville was interested in signing Youssouf Fofana from AC Milan, but Lyon has surpassed them in the effort to sign him.

Real Betis is negotiating with Youssouf Fofana, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport. Ruben Amorim and the club have left Fofana without a squad number and out of the squad. Fofana must choose an alternative destination in the coming hours.

Real Betis and Lille have joined Galatasaray in showing interest in AC Milan's 27-year-old French midfielder, Youssouf Fofana. It is reported that the clubs are seeking a loan deal that includes an option to buy. Fofana has 25 caps and 3 goals for France, and his contract with the Italian club is valid until 2028. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €23.00m. In August 2026, it was reported that AC Milan's asking price for the player was between €15 million and €20 million.