Lyon's French striker Alexandre Lacazette has confirmed his future with the club and pledged to contribute significantly to their quest for the league championship.
The 27-year-old forward made headlines in May when he announced his intention to leave Lyon for Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) after failing to secure a new contract with the club. However, he has now changed his mind and has signed a new deal with Lyon until the end of the season.
Lacazette is one of the most exciting young talents in European football and has already made a significant impact for Lyon this season. He scored 15 goals in 26 matches and was named the Ligue 1 Young Player of the Year last month.
In a statement released by Lyon, Lacazette said: "I am very happy to be staying at Lyon. I have always been part of the Lyon family and I want to continue contributing to the success of the team. I believe we can compete for the league title this season and I'm excited about the challenge ahead."
Lyon coach Clément Guillemin added: "Alexandre is a key player for us and we're thrilled that he has decided to stay. His goal-scoring ability and leadership qualities make him an invaluable asset to our squad. We will work hard together to ensure he continues to perform at his best."
With Lacazette back on board, Lyon will look to build on their impressive start to the season and push for the league title. They currently sit second in the table behind leaders Paris Saint-Germain and Monaco.
As for PSG, they were left reeling following Lacazette's announcement of his intentions to join the club. The transfer window closed earlier than expected, and it remains unclear whether they will be able to sign the striker before the end of the season.
However, it's worth noting that Lacazette is not the only player who has left Lyon recently. Defender Lucas Digne also joined Manchester City earlier this year, while midfielder Yannick Carrasco left to join Chelsea.
Despite these departures, Lyon remain confident in their chances of winning the league this season. They have a strong squad of attacking players, including striker Antoine Griezmann and defender Mathieu Bodmer, and they are also making progress defensively under the guidance of Guillemin.
Overall, the news of Lacazette's return to Lyon is likely to boost morale at the club and reignite the hopes of fans across France. With his experience and talent, he should be a valuable addition to the squad and help Lyon achieve their long-term ambitions.