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3w ago

DNCG Upholds Lyon’s Administrative Relegation to Ligue 2

By citing a 175 million-euro deficit as grounds for administrative demotion, the DNCG has given owner John Textor one week to appeal.

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Lione retrocesso per 550 milioni di debiti! Decisione clamorosa in Francia, è caos
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Overview

  • The DNCG confirmed Lyon’s relegation despite a sixth-place finish and Europa League qualification.
  • The financial watchdog identified a roughly €175 million shortfall as the decisive factor in the demotion.
  • Owner John Textor and sporting director Michael Gerlinger met with the DNCG but were unable to reverse the decision first announced on November 15.
  • Proceeds from Rayan Cherki’s €42.5 million transfer to Manchester City and other asset sales failed to satisfy the league’s financial criteria.
  • Textor has until July 1, 2025, to file an appeal and seek reinstatement in France’s top division.