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Monday briefing: Lyon move deadline for John Textor takeover back to 21st October

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Olympique Lyon have confirmed that the deadline for the takeover of the club by American businessman John Textor has been postponed to 21st October after the original date set of 30th September passed without the sale being completed.

In a statement, the Ligue 1 club said “the additional time will be used to finalise legal documentation and the last steps necessary to complete the transaction.”

It was reported last month that Textor was still looking for funds to complete

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