Lyon president Vincent Ponsot has explained why Nottingham Forest summer target Houssem Aouar remained at the club, despite being subject of interest throughout the transfer window.
The 24-year-old was heavily linked with a move to the City Ground, and Forest were looking to complete a late move for the midfielder. Reports claimed that the Reds already had an agreement in place, despite Lyon rejecting three bids throughout the window.
The two sides were reportedly £4.2million apart in their valuation, with Forest willing to pay £8.5m, while Lyon were looking for a fee of around £12.7m. Alongside Forest, Leicester City, Crystal Palace and Real Betis had also apparently expressed an interest.
