The future of Tanguy Nianzou remains unresolved. Lille, which has already subjected him to medical examinations, keeps Sevilla in suspense while awaiting a definitive decision on his signing.
Sevilla FC continues to monitor the outcome of the transfer of Tanguy Nianzou, whose move to Lille has stalled despite the defender having passed medical tests in France. The president of the French club, Olivier Létang, confirmed on Thursday that discussions are still ongoing, but there is no date for an official announcement.
“We are still talking. We are in discussions about several things, but I cannot say anything more,” Létang stated during the presentation of Davide Ancelotti as the new coach of Lille. His words, reported by French media, reflect the caution with which the northern club is approaching the operation, valued at around 10 million euros.
Lille reviews Nianzou's medical reports
According to sources close to the negotiation, Lille has wanted to take several days to thoroughly study Nianzou's medical reports, given his injury history. The Parisian defender, who joined Sevilla in 2022 from Bayern Munich, has suffered various muscular ailments that have prevented him from maintaining continuity. Last season, he only played 18 official matches in the Nervionense shirt, alternating good performances with periods in the treatment room.
“In football, until everything is signed and announced, one cannot venture anything because it can be subject to changes,” explained Sevilla's sporting director, José Ignacio Navarro, at the press conference presenting Jon Guridi, Juan Iglesias, and Arouna Sangante. “Whether it is a transfer or contract termination, we will see if it materialises or not, and we can provide more details.”
Nianzou's departure key for registering new signings
Sevilla needs Nianzou's departure to free up salary space and register their new signings for the upcoming season. The club has already signed players like Jon Guridi, Juan Iglesias, and Arouna Sangante, but their registration in LaLiga is contingent on meeting the salary cap. The operation with Lille, which would include a fixed transfer plus variables, would help ease the finances and allow for more movements in the market.
Meanwhile, Nianzou continues to train at Sevilla's sports city while awaiting the finalisation of his future. The defender, who has a contract until 2027, has shown no reluctance to leave the club in search of minutes in Ligue 1, where Lille offers him an ambitious project with Champions League football.
In Nervión, they are hopeful that the situation will be resolved this week, although caution is paramount. “Normally, the decision should come soon, but we cannot rush,” admit those in the sporting management. Time is running out, and each day that passes without Nianzou's sale delays the registration of the new signings.
For Sevilla fans, this saga adds to the usual uncertainty of summers in Nervión, where outgoing movements are as important as arrivals. Patience is the watchword, although the desire to see the new players dressed in white and red is pressing.
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