Malick Fofana Back in Training for Lyon’s Europa League Showdown

Lyon received positive news as Belgian winger Malick Fofana, 20, resumed team training on Tuesday. The young talent is likely to be included in Paulo Fonseca’s squad for Thursday’s Europa League quarter-final second leg against Manchester United at Old Trafford. The tie remains balanced after a 2-2 draw in the first leg at Groupama Stadium.

Fofana had been sidelined for a month due to a knee injury sustained during Lyon’s 4-2 victory over Le Havre in Ligue 1. His return comes at a crucial time for the team, especially with Ernest Nuamah out indefinitely following an ACL tear. Fofana has been a key player for Lyon this season, contributing ten goals and five assists across all competitions.

The Lyon squad is set to travel to Manchester on Wednesday afternoon, with renewed hope of progressing in the Europa League. Fofana’s availability adds depth and attacking options for manager Fonseca as they face a tough challenge at Old Trafford.