[2][3] He was replaced by former technical coach Rémi Garde,[4] who announced his intentions to compete for the league title.

[6][7] During pre-season training, Yoann Gourcuff suffered another injury blow, this time to his left ankle, which required an operation keeping him out for at least a month.

[8] On 16 July, Brazilian midfielder Ederson was injured to the right knee during a pre-season match against Racing Genk after a collision with teammate Dejan Lovren.

[9] On 12 August Lyon announce the signing of Burkina Faso international defender Bakary Koné from Guingamp for €2 million.

The latter deal comes after the young central defender's successful promotion into the club's first team in recent months.