KAA Gent to reap rewards from Lyon’s sale of Gift Orban amid Brest interest

Belgian Pro League side KAA Gent is set to benefit from a percentage of the sale of Super Eagles invitee Gift Orban from Olympique Lyonnais, Soccernet.ng reports.

Orban transferred to KAA Gent from Stabaek Fotbal during the 2023 Winter Transfer Window and quickly garnered media attention with his impressive goal-scoring ability, netting 32 goals in 52 matches for the Belgian team.

His remarkable performance caught the eye of Lyon, the seven-time Ligue 1 champions, who signed him and awarded him the prestigious number 9 jersey.

However, the forward’s start in France has been challenging, as he has managed only three goals in 16 appearances for Lyon.

With the permanent signing of Guinea-Bissau forward Mame Balde from Troyes and the arrival of Georges Mikautadze, Orban faces stiff competition and a potential loan move.

Reports in the French media suggest that Brest is ready to give Orban an opportunity to prove himself after a tough first season in Ligue 1.

According to reports from Voetbalkrant, The sale of Orban would yield a 20% sell-on clause for KAA Gent, a term included in his transfer deal from Gent to Lyon.

While there has been no official statement from either Lyon or Orban’s camp, it is suggested that a loan move could be beneficial for the Super Eagles invitee. Such a move would provide him with more playing time and an opportunity to regain his form.

Ayomide Oguntimehin

Ayomide Oguntimehin is a CAF-accredited sports journalist and an Editor at Soccernet.ng, with a proven track record in conducting interviews with Super Eagles stars such as William Troost-Ekong, Taiwo Awoniyi, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Ademola Lookman, and many others. He has also made a significant impact in breaking transfer news stories. Grounded in video editing, video journalism, social media management, and content strategy, Ayomide brings a wealth of expertise to his work. With a Bachelor's degree in English Language from Adeyemi College of Education and a Master's Degree in School Library and Media Technology from the University of Ibadan, Ayomide is well-prepared to excel in the field.

Share
Published by
Ayomide Oguntimehin

Recent Posts

“My skin colour hasn’t made things easier” – Freiburg’s Atubolu reveals Bundesliga racist attacks

SC Freiburg goalkeeper Noah Atubolu has candidly addressed the racism he has faced in the… Read More

10 minutes ago

“Back to business”- Stanley Nwabali returns to Chippa United after tragic loss

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has returned to Chippa United to resume action, 14 days… Read More

1 hour ago

“We’re everywhere” – Ola Aina reveals how Nigerian Afrobeats influences Nottingham Forest dressing room

Super Eagles and Nottingham Forest full-back, Olaoluwa Temitayo Aina, has revealed how he brings Nigerian… Read More

1 hour ago

Faster than the fastest: Nigeria-eligible GK sets Bundesliga record during Freiburg vs Holstein Kiel clash

SC Freiburg’s Noah Atubolu wrote his name into Bundesliga history during a dramatic 3-2 victory… Read More

1 hour ago

Josh Maja: Chelsea and Tottenham target suffers big blow

Nigerian striker Josh Maja, who is a transfer target for Chelsea and Tottenham, has suffered… Read More

4 hours ago

Former Arsenal star Alex Iwobi lands two major milestones in Fulham’s error-prone loss to West Ham

Nigerian playmaker Alex Iwobi hit two significant milestones despite Fulham succumbing to a thrilling 3-2… Read More

4 hours ago