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Sep102019 by JBNo Comments

Nabil Fekir reveals real reason why his Liverpool transfer move failed

Real Betis star Nabil Fekir has hit out at the “lies” which surfaced on the back of a proposed £53 million transfer move to Liverpool breaking down in the summer window of 2018. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); However, It appeared at one stage as though a move to Liverpool for the France international was a mere formality. Fekir, who was then a Lyon player, had travelled to England and been pictured in the colours of his supposedly new team. There was a late twist, with the Reds opting to back out of the deal. Medical concerns were cited, with Fekir considered to be a risk after returning back from a serious knee injury. The 26-year-old, who secured a £22m move to Real Betis this year, has questioned the motives of Liverpool and claims to still be un...

Dec232018 by JBNo Comments

Nabil Fekir to join Chelsea in January

Premier League, Ligue 1, Transfer Info

Chelsea are considering making a January move for Lyon midfielder Nabil Fekir as Maurizio Sarri looks to strengthen his attacking options. The 25-year-old World Cup winner with France is one of a number of possible options the Stamford Bridge club have shortlisted for January. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Liverpool agreed a fee of around £52.75million for Fekir back in the summer but the deal did not materialise eventually. Chelsea will be hoping to pay less than that because Fekir's contract with Lyon expires in the summer of 2020. Lyon may be willing to complete the formalities of a deal in January but Fekir could make the move next summer. It comes as Chelsea revive their interest in on-loan AC Milan striker Gonzalo Higuain ahead of the Jan...

Aug162018 by JBNo Comments

Chelsea opted against Nabil Fekir transfer despite talks

Premier League, Ligue 1

Chelsea held talks with Lyon over a possible move for Nabil Fekir but Goal reports they opted against signing the France international over the summer after keeping hold of players in the same position. Fekir, who earlier in the transfer window saw a move to Liverpool crumble, was linked with a number of clubs during pre-season after an impressive 2017-18 season in Ligue 1. The Lyon skipper scored 23 goals and created eight assists in 40 appearances across all competitions last campaign, and Chelsea did attempt to negotiate with the player's club regarding a move in the window. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Fekir missed Lyon's International Champions Cup match at Stamford Bridge on August 7 as officials from both clubs met, but Chelsea decided instead...

Jun192018 by JBNo Comments

Nabil Fekir’s agent gives surprise update on Liverpool’s £53m transfer

Transfer Info, Ligue 1, Premier League

The agent of Lyon star Nabil Fekir has revealed that the France international could still join Liverpool this summer. Liverpool have been linked with Fekir for several weeks and were on the brink of completing his transfer only for a £53million deal to be suspended earlier this month. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); While Fekir is understood to have agreed personal terms with the Liverpool, Lyon have confirmed that the Frenchman will be staying at the club ahead of the 2018/19 season. However, Fekir’s agent, Jean-Pierre Bernes, has given Liverpool hope of landing the 24-year-old. Asked about Liverpool’s move for the France international, Bernes said: ‘Um he didn’t sign because um… it is not over! ‘This is not the end of the story.’ In an official...

Jun92018 by JBNo Comments

Lyon confirm Nabil Fekir transfer to Liverpool is off

Transfer Info, Ligue 1, Premier League

Lyon say negotiations with Liverpool for the transfer of Nabil Fekir have ended and he will not be leaving the club. The France international was expected to join Liverpool before Les Bleus left for the World Cup, but Lyon have now halted talks and the deal has been called off. A Lyon statement read: "Transfer negotiations with Liverpool and Nabil Fekir for the transfer of the captain of OL have not succeeded and Olympique Lyonnais have decided to put an end to this negotiation tonight at 8pm. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "Although Liverpool have been the priority of a possible transfer for Nabil...Olympique Lyonnais is delighted to be able to count on the presence of our captain, who is a leading player for the 2018/19 season when the club will play...

Jun82018 by JBNo Comments

Lyon confirm Nabil Fekir move to Liverpool is far from close

Transfer Info, Ligue 1, Premier League

Liverpool are unlikely to sign Nabil Fekir before the World Cup starts next week, according to Lyon CEO Jean-Michel Aulas. The Lyon CEO seems to have dashed the hopes of Liverpool fans that they could sign the France international in the coming days. There were reports that Liverpool may announce a transfer on Friday, but Aulas has rubbished such claims Fekir could be unveiled. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Fekir will cost Liverpool at least £60m, but Aulas insisted Lyon was yet to even set an asking price. ‘His case is at a standstill. It has not at all advanced. The case won’t certainly be resolved during the World Cup and I do not think that there will be changes before (the WC),’ he said. ‘We have not placed a base price [on Fekir] because w...

Jun32018 by JBNo Comments

Nabil Fekir’s agent fires warning to Liverpool over transfer

Transfer Info, Ligue 1, Premier League

Nabil Fekir’s agent has confirmed the interest of Liverpool in signing the Lyon midfielder but warned a deal is not close. Fekir was outstanding for Lyon last campaign - his first as club captain - as he scored 21 goals and also made nine assists in 39 appearances for the club. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); That form has attracted the interest of Liverpool, according to Fekir's agent Jean-Pierre Bernes, but he claims talks between the player and the Reds is yet to take place. "Talks with Liverpool will only happen when there is an agreement with Lyon and Jean-Michel Aulas gives the green light," Bernes told French outlet Le Progres. "Liverpool's interest exists, but for now nothing is done. The transfer window is long. Other clubs could show intere...

May62018 by JBNo Comments

Liverpool agree £62m deal for Nabil Fekir

Transfer Info, Ligue 1, Premier League

Liverpool have reportedly agreed a £62million deal with Lyon to sign playmaker Nabil Fekir this transfer summer. Although Liverpool did not sign a replacement for Philippe Coutinho in January, who joined Barcelona, but they have been searching for a player to fill his void. RMC Sport claim they have agreed a deal with Lyon for Fekir, with the 24-year-old agreeing a five-year contract and interested in a move to Anfield. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Liverpool will pay £62m in addition to a couple of bonuses for Fekir, who has 17 goals and seven assists in Ligue 1 this season. Former Liverpool manager Gerard Houllier has an hand in the deal, as he is now an adviser to Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas. Houllier was in to England a few weeks ago t...