Gift Orban, La Gantoise, the striker’s current club, has officially established his transfer price at €20 million. The Nigerian forward has been on LOSC’s radar for several months, emerging as a prospective successor to Jonathan David, with the Lille club preparing for the potential departure of the highly sought-after Canadian striker.
Jonathan David’s impending exit, amid continued interest from clubs like AC Milan, has prompted LOSC to actively consider Gift Orban as a viable replacement.
The 1.78-meter center forward’s dynamic playing style aligns with the strategic needs of LOSC, making him a prime candidate for recruitment.
As the transfer window looms, Lille finds itself at the negotiation table with La Gantoise, seeking to secure the services of Orban for a fee of €20 million.
The figure mirrors a strategy reminiscent of La Gantoise’s own dealings, notably when they sold Jonathan David to LOSC for €27 million in 2020.
In the midst of this transfer chess game, German club Eintracht Frankfurt has emerged as another contender keen on acquiring Gift Orban. However, the Bundesliga team appears reluctant to meet the financial expectations set by La Gantoise.
The intricate dance of negotiations and strategic moves intensifies as Lille navigates the complexities of securing their desired talent.
Gift Orban’s future now hangs in the balance, poised between the eagerness of potential suitors and the valuation set by La Gantoise.
As the transfer window unfolds, football enthusiasts await the resolution of this high-stakes narrative, where euros and talent converge on the global stage.
News Gift #Orban: Gent demands more than €20m for the 21 y/o striker! #SGE
➡️ Eintracht Frankfurt won’t pay that. Deal is off at this stage. @SkySportDE 🇳🇬🇹🇬 pic.twitter.com/j4indHMSU0
— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) December 15, 2023
