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Karim Benzema was remarkably close to a sensational return to Lyon this summer, with the former Real Madrid superstar prepared to play for his boyhood club without a salary. The 2022 Ballon d'Or winner had expressed immense enthusiasm for a homecoming to the Groupama Stadium before complex contractual hurdles ultimately derailed the move.

UEFA has handed down significant punishments following the chaotic scenes that marred the Champions League play-off second leg between Lyon and Fenerbahce. The disciplinary body focused heavily on former Arsenal midfielder Matteo Guendouzi and ex-Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood after a post-match brawl erupted at the Groupama Stadium.

Arsenal’s search for attacking reinforcements took a dramatic turn on transfer deadline day as the Gunners ultimately passed on the opportunity to sign Belgian starlet Malick Fofana. Despite being offered the chance to land the highly-rated Lyon winger, Mikel Arteta opted to pull the plug on the deal during the final hours of the window.

Everton have confirmed the signing of versatile right-back Ainsley Maitland-Niles from Lyon on a permanent three-year contract. The former Arsenal defender ends the Toffees' exhaustive search for defensive reinforcements, returning to English football following an impressive three-season stint in Ligue 1 with the French heavyweights.