Lyon have stated that Clement Grenier is up for sale and it has now being revealed that Newcastle made an offer that was rejected by both club and player.
Local journalists caused a stir with Newcastle United fantasy football teams to start the opening match – surely though it only opened up the real debate.
Newcastle target Clement Grenier has expressed his loyalty to Lyon but admits the club’s dire financial position will almost certainly force his departure.
Newcastle have switched attention back to Clement Grenier from Remy Cabella but will the problems in January that prevented a transfer have now disappeared?