Strasbourg plotting swoop for Lyon’s Saël Kumbedi | OneFootball

According to a report from Mohamed Toubache-Ter, RC Strasbourg Alsace are interested in plotting a swoop for Olympique Lyonnais right-back Saël Kumbedi (20). The defender had an impressive breakthrough season in the 2022/23 campaign, but has struggled since for consistent game time at Les Gones.

Kumbedi’s fortunes took a turn when Pierre Sage was appointed midway through the 2023/24 season, and he made only a handful of appearances for the former manager. His game time significantly increased with the arrival of Paulo Fonseca.

With Lyon’s new era of austerity beginning in earnest following their successful relegation appeal, there is an impetus to sell assets this summer, and Kumbedi’s value has likely not fallen despite his limited usage.

Strasbourg had previously held an interest last summer and could return to the table. And the project could prove to be appealing, as Le Racing have proven over the past season to have faith in putting young talent with a point to prove at the very centre of their team.

GFFN | Nick Hartland