Olympique Lyonnais has confirmed a 32 million euro transfer with Bayer Leverkusen. Portuguese winger Afonso Moreira will undergo a medical examination with the German team this week.

What happened?

Olympique Lyonnais has reached an agreement with Bayer Leverkusen for the transfer of Afonso Moreira. The transfer fee is 32 million euros, at a minimum.

Why is this important for Olympique Lyonnais?

This upcoming sale allows Olympique Lyonnais to make a profit of 30 million euros on the 21-year-old player, who was recruited for 2 million euros only in the summer of 2025 from Sporting Portugal.

What comes next?

Olympique Lyonnais is currently 4th in Ligue 1, with 60 points, 18 wins, 6 losses, and 10 draws in 34 matches, and a recent form of LLWWW. The team has scored 53 goals and conceded 40, with a goal difference of +13.

StatisticValue
Ligue 1 ranking4th
Points60
Wins18
Losses10
Draws6
Recent formLLWWW
Goals scored53
Goals conceded40
Goal difference+13

Olympique Lyonnais is 16 points behind leaders Paris Saint Germain. This influx of money into the team's coffers is a good omen, as the team's finances remain fragile.