Saïd Benrahma’s time at Lyon looks increasingly uncertain after the French club rejected an offer from Saudi Arabian second-tier side Neom SC for the winger.
According to L’Équipe, the offer, which included a loan with an obligatory €7 million purchase option, was swiftly turned down last week. Sources reveal that Benrahma, 29, was not enticed by the move.
Despite enjoying previous spells at Brentford and West Ham, Benrahma has struggled to make a significant impact at Lyon since his arrival last February. This rejection marks just one of the ongoing developments as the club looks to offload players this winter amid financial strains.
Neom SC’s bid is just the latest in a series of attempts by Saudi Arabian clubs to land Benrahma, but Lyon’s refusal signals their unwillingness to let him depart without a better offer. As the transfer window unfolds, it remains to be seen where Benrahma will be playing his football come February.
