Lyon have confirmed an interest in signing Arsenal attacker
Jose Antonio Reyes.
The Spaniard is expected to leave Emirates Stadium before the close
of the transfer window after spending last season on loan at Real
Madrid.
Reyes has admitted he is waiting to secure a permanent move to
Real, but could be offered a switch to Lyon.
The French champions are keen to increase their attacking options
and president Jean-Michel Aulas has discussed a deal with sporting
director Bernard Lacombe.
"I talked about him to Bernard Lacombe, who told me he is a good
player," Aulas told L'Equipe.
"Indeed, he could enter our list, but we have had no contact so
far. We also have two or three other trails."
Lyon coach Alain Perrin admits he would be happy if the club
pursued a bid for Reyes, saying: "If you would offer me that
player, I would say I am interested."
Meanwhile, Remy Riou has expressed his happiness after leaving Lyon
to sign a four-year contract with Auxerre.
The goalkeeper told his new club's official website: "I have signed
for four years with AJA after spending 11 years at Olympique
Lyonnais.
"I am ambitious. Like every footballer, I am a competitor. Lyon are
a top European side that don't really trust young players, so I
have preferred to join a club that will trust me.
"Taking my chance elsewhere was the best solution."
