The arrival of Olivier Giroud was only the start. The LOSC prepares very heavy to support it, and in several key positions.
The euphoria is palpable in Lille
Since the formalization of the signature of Olivier Giroud. By attracting the top scorer in the history of the French team, the LOSC struck a big media and sporting blow. For many, this transfer sounded as the culmination of the Lille summer transfer window, the “Head of flagship” around which everything was going to be articulated. However, behind the scenes, the northern management works on even more ambitious files. The arrival of the 2018 world champion was actually only an appetizer. The resistance dish is still to come.
LOSC: a left flank to rebuild from A to Z
The first major project is on the left side, which must be completely renewed. According to information from La Voix du Nordthe club is actively looking for a side after the departure of Ismay and the possible sale of Gabriel Gudmundsson. The profile of the Norwegian of AZ Alkmaar, David Møller Wolfe, is studied very closely. But that's not all. A notch higher, the LOSC wants a hard -hitting winger and has made the Portuguese Félix Correia (Gil Vicente) its priority. An offer of 7 million euros has even already been transmitted for the former Manchester City player and Juventus.
The will is clear: to offer Bruno Genesio two new power holders on this side. These two operations, if they materialize, would already represent a very important financial investment. But the biggest file is not yet there. Lille management has another idea in mind, an idea that could pass the arrival of Olivier Giroud in the background in terms of financial impact.
The LOSC transfer window is just beginning: three other recruits expected
And a 20 million goalscorer to finish?
Because the LOSC wants to strike even stronger in attack. The club is in advanced negotiations to attach the services of the Moroccan Glasgow Rangers international, Hamza Igamane. And there, we are no longer talking about the same amounts. The Scottish club would claim nearly 20 million euros for its scorer. Lille has so far offered 15 million. If this transfer were to be made, it would de facto become the biggest investment of the summer for the DOGUES.
The Lille transfer window is therefore far, very far from finished. If Olivier Giroud is an undeniable experience and prestige reinforcement, the club is preparing to invest massively to surround it. Between the reconstruction of the left flank and the possible arrival of a goalscorer at gold prices, the team's face could be spectacularly strengthened. Supporters can be reassured: Luchin's domain has not finished stirring.
