Lyon: Jeffinho signs until 2027
Juba Touabi, Media365, published on Tuesday January 31, 2023 at 8:59 p.m.
Olympique Lyonnais has formalized the arrival of young Brazilian left winger Jeffinho.
John Textor, the new boss of the Rhone club has greatly facilitated the signing of the 23-year-old player. A resident of Botafogo, a Brazilian club also owned by the American billionaire, the Brazilian striker did not have too much trouble finding a new base this winter.
In this case, the Gones have invested 10 million euros in order to afford the services of Jeffinho. A bonus of 2.5 million euros could be added to the transaction depending on the player’s performance in the coming months.
Jeffinho has signed a four and a half season lease announced Olympique Lyonnais in a recent press release. He is linked to the French formation until June 30, 2027. “ OL are very popular in Brazil so when I found out that the club was interested in me, I didn’t think, I was very happydesignated the player after signing. I hope to help Olympique Lyonnais get back to the top and win titles “.
Textor had to justify himself
The departure of Jeffinho in the direction of the championship of France has not only made people happy. Among Botafogo supporters there is misunderstanding. Fans blame John Textor for using their squad in favor of one of his other clubs. The American businessman wanted to explain himself.
” We can use this money to buy 10 players who will be treated as well as him. I’m sorry that this decision, in the short term, blesses the fans, but that’s how you build teams of champions “, he named to the local press. It remains to be seen whether this will manage to calm Botafogo supporters.