Olympique Lyon shows interest in signing Ghana defender Tariq Lamptey

French club, Lyon are interested in signing Brighton right wing-back Tariq Lamptey.

The Brighton defender has been linked with a move to Lyon before the end of the January transfer window.

The former Chelsea youngster was brought to the Amex Stadium in January 2020 and has impressed despite seeing his game time restricted because of successive injury problems this season.

Lyon’s interest in the 22-year-old comes with Malo Gusto looking set to depart the club this window to join Chelsea after agreeing personal terms with the London-based club.

Lamptey is under contract with the club until 2025.