OFFICIAL: Struggling Lyon sign veteran Matic
Struggling Lyon announced on Saturday they had signed former Chelsea and Manchester United midfielder Nemanja Matic from Ligue 1 rivals Rennes for a fee of 2.6 million euros (2.8 million dollars).
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The 35-year-old Serbia international joined Rennes from Roma at the start of the season.
Lyon, who are in the relegation places in Ligue 1, said Matic had signed a contract until June 2026.
"Olympique Lyonnais is thrilled to have successfully attracted such a charismatic and experienced player," said the club in a statement.
Matic won league titles with Chelsea and Benfica. He played 13 times this season for Rennes, who are ninth in Ligue 1.
Lyon, who are in the relegation places in Ligue 1, said Matic had signed a contract until June 2026.
"Olympique Lyonnais is thrilled to have successfully attracted such a charismatic and experienced player," said the club in a statement.
Matic won league titles with Chelsea and Benfica. He played 13 times this season for Rennes, who are ninth in Ligue 1.
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