OL: The incredible truth behind Lacazette's absence

The mystery hangs over Alexandre Lacazette: absent against Toulouse, he would not be injured. A new disturbing episode for an OL in crisis.

The situation at Olympique Lyonnais never ceases to surprise. After a series of disappointing results and a heavy atmosphere internally, a new episode has fueled questions around the club. According to a revelation from Le Progrès, the absence of Alexandre Lacazette during the match against Toulouse last Saturday was not due to a muscle injury, as initially mentioned. In reality, the Lyon captain would not be injured, a situation which did not fail to raise questions.

A diplomatic “wound”?

Officially, Alexandre Lacazette, top scorer and undisputed leader of OL, was out due to “muscle discomfort”. But no press release from the club has confirmed this version, and information from Progrès suggests that his absence could be linked to other reasons. This “diplomatic injury” raises serious questions. Could “The General”, at the end of his contract next June, prepare to leave behind the scenes? The silence of the Lyon management only fueled the rumors.

Some observers believe that this silence reflects the disorder currently reigning within the club. Between financial problems, pressure from the DNCG and sluggish performances, OL seem to be going through an extremely troubled period.

A changing room under pressure

The Lacazette case is added to a series of events which testify to internal tensions. The Lyon group is struggling to show unity. The overall state of form is worrying, as evidenced by the humiliation in the Coupe de France against Bourgoin-Jallieu, followed by a sluggish draw against Toulouse (0-0). The Christmas truce, supposed to allow a return to order, clearly did not have the desired effect.

With a winter transfer window which promises to be delicate and management criticized by many former players, the climate is becoming increasingly heavy. Added to this is the enigma Pierre Sage, whose position seems weakened.

What future for Lacazette and Lyon?

Could Alexandre Lacazette, whose influence remains strong despite this intriguing absence, consider leaving before the end of the transfer window? With growing uncertainty on the sporting and financial levels, OL will have to quickly find solutions to avoid a disaster.

This new episode illustrates the chronic instability of the club, at a time when Lyon must absolutely pull itself together to hope to secure a European place. The mystery around Lacazette could well be the tree that hides the forest of a club in search of clarity and stability.