'Lack of respect': Lyon hit out as Benrahma deal fails
Saïd Benrahma’s proposed move to Lyon has collapsed, with West Ham claiming that the deal was not done before the English 11pm (GMT) deadline. But the Ligue 1 club have hit back in anger:
“Olympique Lyonnais were delighted to welcome Saïd Benrahma to Lyon this Thursday to finalise his transfer from West Ham,” a club statement said.
“The two clubs had signed a temporary transfer agreement … however, at the start of the evening, while [Lyon] had entered all the administrative data on the dedicated Fifa platform (Fifa TMS), West Ham had never launched the slightest technical procedure.
“In the absence of this reciprocal action on the part of the English club and following this incomprehensible behaviour, raising questions, the international transfer certificate could not be requested before closing time.
“Olympique Lyonnais deeply regrets this situation and this decision, demonstrating a profound lack of respect on the part of West Ham towards the Institution and the player.
“The club reserves the right to initiate all appropriate procedures necessary to validate the transaction at a later date, and to hold West Ham responsible if necessary.”
Fulham confirm loan deal for Armando Broja
The Chelsea forward joins on loan until the end of this season. The loan fee is thought to be on a sliding scale up to £4m, based on how many appearances he makes.
It's official! ✅@armandobroja9 joins us on Deadline Day. 🇦🇱
— Fulham Football Club (@FulhamFC) February 2, 2024
