Girona intervention halts Ligue 1 goalkeeper move
Pau Lopez’s Unexpected Stay at Girona
Recent reports suggested that Pau Lopez was set to depart Girona and head back to France, but the latest update tells a different story. The 30-year-old goalkeeper will be extending his stay in Catalonia for at least three more weeks.
Initial Plans Upended
Initially, Marseille and RC Lens had reached an agreement for Lopez to join Lens for the rest of the season. There were even presentation pictures taken in anticipation of his move. However, Girona did not give their approval for the loan agreement to be terminated.
Girona’s Concerns
According to MD, Girona refused to end the loan deal as it would leave them with only one registered goalkeeper, Paulo Gazzaniga, for their crucial Champions League matches. This forced Lopez to remain at Montilivi for the time being.
Future Possibilities
While a potential deal could still be on the cards later in the winter transfer window, for now, Lopez will continue with Girona. This unexpected turn of events has brought a temporary end to this peculiar episode.
