Trabzonspor set to renew interest in Gift Orban amid struggles at Lyon

Trabzonspor is reportedly poised to re-enter the race for Nigerian striker Gift Orban, whose time at Olympique Lyonnais has been less than stellar this season.

Despite a promising start, the 21-year-old has only managed to score two goals in five appearances, and his limited playing time in Ligue 1 has contributed to his ongoing struggles.

After expressing interest in Orban during the summer transfer window, Trabzonspor could make a renewed bid in January.

In the past, the Turkish club proposed a loan deal with an option to buy, but Orban turned down the offer.

However, with his current difficulties in securing a regular starting spot at Lyon, a potential move away from the French side now seems increasingly likely.

Orban’s adaptation to Ligue 1 has been challenging, and the lack of consistent game time has hindered his progress.

This has led to speculation that a fresh start with Trabzonspor could offer him the opportunity to rediscover his form and contribute more regularly on the field.

With the Turkish club keen on securing Orban’s services, January could prove pivotal in determining his next steps, as Lyon looks to resolve its striker’s situation while Orban seeks to regain confidence and consistency in his career.

Geçtiğimiz transfer döneminde Trabzonspor ile anlaşma aşamasına gelen, bu transfer döneminde de gündemde olan Gift Orban’ın performansından bir kesit. pic.twitter.com/vrF06Vobqv

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