Bad Gones hang signs and clarify the case claiming Textor sells Demoted Lyon

Lyon’s prominent fans group called on owner John Tenor to sell the afflicted club following the reduction of their ranks to the first division.

The fate of the French heroes was confirmed seven times last night after their failure to persuade the National Anti-Management Directorate (DNCG)-the body that oversees the financial luxury of clubs in France-that their situation may improve after their temporary sanctions in November.

The club’s supporters’ reaction with shock and anger called Textor, who has a 77 percent stake in Lyon via the football eagle group, for sale.

Textor outside

Gones Bad Gones has been hung all over the city this morning and also issued a statement written by: “The end of the season was difficult for the club but also to our relationship. We believe that we are struggling to understand each other, and understand where the club is going, and what your vision is for him, and we believe that you, like us, created a common lack of confidence.

“John was never and the man will never be this situation. Moayad Botafogo now must leave Lyon’s scene. We call on many creditors to regain control and restore keys to someone who will be able to respect the institution.”

People rise …

One monitoring word: #Textordehors pic.twitter.com/h9ifvxeo6k

– Bad Gones 1987 – Responsible (@bg1987off) June 25, 2025

The Eagle Football Group group also has a majority share in Brazilian Botafogo and agreed to sell its shares in Crystal Palace to New York Jets Woody Johnson on Monday, although this deal is awaiting the ratification of the Premier League.

Textor was hoping that he had convinced DNCG that Lyon’s situation had improved after Ryan Cherke sold to Manchester City for 34 million pounds and issued owners of Alexander Lacazette and Anthony Lopez.

He met with DNCG on Tuesday, and spoke before the decision was announced, expressed confidence that Lyon would remain in the lead.

He said: “You can see our contributors’ contributions, we have invested a new capital, not only for DNCG, but also for our UEFA license. Not to mention good news to sell Crystal Palace. Liquidity mode has improved significantly.”

Lyon to appeal the decision

Lyon has already announced that she would resume.

Their statement read: “Olympic Leonis notes the underestimated decision that DNCG made and confirms that it will resume immediately.

“During the past few months, we have worked closely with DNCG, and meet all its requests with capital investments exceeding the required amounts. Thanks to stock contributions from our shareholders and the sale of Crystal Palace, our cash flow has improved significantly and we have more than sufficient resources for the 2025/26 season.

“Through the clear funds and sports success that we gained a place in the European competition for two years in a row, we do not understand sincerely how the administrative decision can start such a great French club.”