Paris Saint-Germain have stepped in to help Lyon avoid relegation to Ligue 2 by paying the full fee for Bradley Barcola up front.
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PSG have reportedly paid Lyon the full €45m Barcola fee upfront to help the club amid financial struggles and potential Ligue 2 relegation.
Paris Saint-Germain have reportedly paid Lyon the full €45 million transfer fee for Bradley Barcola upfront, with an additional €5 million in bonuses, according to RMC Sport.
The move comes as Lyon faces relegation to Ligue 2 due to financial sanctions by the DNCG.
PSG’s early payment offers Lyon urgent liquidity, potentially aiding their appeal against relegation.
While Lyon’s Ligue 1 status remains in doubt, this gesture could influence financial reassessment during ongoing legal proceedings.