Borussia Dortmund have sold winger Dénis Duranville to French club Lyon for €5 million plus €3.5 million in performance-based add-ons, totalling €8.5 million. The confirmed transfer represents Dortmund's ongoing summer squad adjustment during the World Cup. Duranville departs the Bundesliga for Ligue 1 as part of a broader recruitment reset at the German side. The deal, finalised on July 2, allows Lyon to integrate the winger into their squad for pre-season and upcoming campaign planning. Contract details and wage structure were not disclosed. The transfer completes within the first phase of the summer window as clubs reassess squad compositions during the finals.
Julien Duranville, a 19‑year‑old Belgian winger, plays for Borussia Dortmund. He joined the German club from RSC Anderlecht in January 2023 for €8.5 million. His contract runs until 2028. He has represented Belgium at youth level, most recently the U21 side.
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