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Textor’s assertion that Lyon needs to generate 100 million euros through player sales reflects the financial pressures the club is under. With a staggering debt of 500 million euros, Lyon's current strategy prioritizes cash flow, which places players like Henrique and Almada in high demand. The urgency to sell players at reduced prices rather than fair market value is a direct consequence of their precarious financial state.
As Lyon navigates its financial obligations, it looks towards talents from Botafogo as potential solutions to alleviate their monetary woes. These include aspects like their ongoing transfer negotiations, which sometimes result in Botafogo players being sold at a significant loss compared to their acquisition costs.