Lyon's French striker, Alexandre Lacazette, has confirmed that he will be staying with the club for the foreseeable future. The news comes after a summer transfer window in which Lacazette was heavily linked with moves to other clubs such as Manchester United and Arsenal.
In a statement released by the club, Lacazette expressed his excitement about his decision to remain at Lyon. He said: "I am very happy to sign a new contract with Lyon. It is a club I love and I want to continue playing here."
Lacazette also promised to work hard to help the team compete for the Ligue 1 title this season. He added: "My goal is to help the team win the league again and make it a special season for everyone involved."
The striker's decision to stay at Lyon comes after a difficult season last year in which Lyon finished second in the league behind Paris Saint-Germain. However, the club had a strong start to the current campaign and currently sit in third place.
Despite the challenges of the season so far, Lacazette remains optimistic about the team's prospects. He said: "We have made good progress so far this season and we need to keep pushing forward. We have a lot of talent on our squad and I believe we can challenge for the top spots."
Overall, Lacazette's confirmation of his stay at Lyon is a positive development for the club and its fans. With the striker committed to helping the team compete for the Ligue 1 title, there is plenty of hope for the upcoming season.