Wilfried Zaha’s tenure at Olympique Lyonnais (OL) is reportedly in jeopardy, with the club considering cutting ties with the Ivorian striker as early as January 2025. Despite arriving with high expectations in the summer, Zaha has struggled to make an impact, casting doubt on his future at the French club.
Since his arrival on loan from Premier League side Crystal Palace, the 32-year-old has made only three Ligue 1 appearances, accumulating just 70 minutes on the pitch
. Zaha’s limited playing time has led to growing frustrations, both for the player and the club, which had hoped the winger would bolster their attack.
According to Turkish outlet Milliyet, OL no longer sees Zaha as part of their long-term plans.
The club is reportedly not interested in extending his stay beyond the winter transfer window, and a departure is now seen as likely.
The source suggests that Zaha could return to Galatasaray, the Turkish side that has been linked with him since his move to Lyon.
Zaha, whose current loan contract with Lyon is set to run until June 2025, has failed to live up to the expectations placed upon him following a promising arrival.
While his contract with Lyon remains valid for another year, it appears the club is eager to cut ties and end his loan early, with discussions reportedly already underway with Galatasaray to facilitate his return.
This marks a significant turn for Zaha, who enjoyed a successful spell at Crystal Palace, where he spent much of his career after leaving Manchester United.
His move to Lyon was intended to rejuvenate his career, but the lack of game time has left him facing an uncertain future.
As the winter transfer window approaches, Zaha’s next move remains a subject of speculation, with Galatasaray appearing to be his most likely destination.
