The 20-year-old was one of several Lyon players linked with a move away this summer due to the club’s financial struggles but ultimately remained at the club.
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Nottingham Forest and Chelsea were understood to be keen but never made an official offer for the dynamic winger.
According to a report from Foot Mercato, Man United did make an offer, but with the clock ticking, were unable to get it over the line.
It’s understood Fofana was interested in a move to Old Trafford, but never received any indication from his father/agent that it was possible.