Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg has reportedly rejected Lyon’s approach, although the Danish midfielder remains open to leaving Tottenham.
According to Florian Plettenberg, Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg has no interest in joining Lyon this month despite the Ligue 1 side pushing for a move. The 28-year-old Tottenham midfielder remains open to leaving the club to pursue a new challenge, but his options are thin now.
Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg rejects Lyon’s approach
Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg’s immediate future could become a significant talking point at Tottenham in the closing stages of the January transfer window. Spurs are still unsure about letting the midfielder leave, but the Dane has grown frustrated with his position in north London.
There have been many links with some big clubs over the last few weeks, but none have found a breakthrough. Lyon expressed an interest recently, but Hojbjerg has rejected their overtures.
Lyon had wanted to pair the 28-year-old Tottenham midfielder with fellow new arrival Nemanja Matic to improve their chances of a good finish this season. Considering many factors, they might have envisaged a loan deal rather than a permanent transfer this month. Despite Hojbjerg rejecting Lyon’s approach, the 28-year-old Tottenham midfielder might still want to leave the club and seek a new challenge.
Will Tottenham allow Hojbjerg’s departure?
There are still a few days left in this window as Hojbjerg could still find a different club that suits his requirements. At Tottenham, he has lost his starting spot as Ange Postecoglou prefers Yves Bissouma and Pape Matar Sarr in his midfield, while the return of Rodrigo Bentancur could further push the Dane down the pecking order.
Tottenham were planning to let go of Hojbjerg on the condition they signed Conor Gallagher, which has not been the case so far. The Chelsea star’s decision to stay may have a direct impact on the immediate future of the 28-year-old midfielder.
Tottenham may not entertain any offers so late in the window, although if Hjobjerg keeps pushing, he might get his way. However, as things stand, Postecoglou might feel the Dane adds quality cover in the middle if required, although if he ends up staying, he may not come regularly.
