Lyon Faces Demotion to Ligue 2 and Transfer Ban Due to Financial Mismanagement
French football club Lyon has been temporarily relegated to Ligue 2 and subjected to a transfer ban following serious financial irregularities. This decision by the Ligue de Football Professionnel stems from Lyon’s failure to comply with Financial Fair Play regulations and their escalating debts, raising doubts about the club’s future viability. The financial review revealed that Lyon’s current economic model is unsustainable, shocking football fans and stakeholders alike.