Belgian forward Julien Duranville is reportedly closing in on a permanent transfer to Olympique Lyon from Borussia Dortmund for approximately €8.5 million.
From Anderlecht wonderkid to Dortmund benchwarmer
Duranville arrived at Borussia Dortmund on January 27, 2023, in a move from RSC Anderlecht that carried an initial fee of €8.5 million. Add-ons could have pushed the total package to €11.5 million, reflecting the enormous expectations placed on a player who was barely 16 at the time of signing.
Duranville managed around 15 senior appearances for Dortmund’s first team across multiple competitions. By the time the 2025-26 season rolled around, Dortmund loaned him to FC Basel in Switzerland on a temporary deal running through June 30, 2026, with no option to buy attached.
Why Lyon makes sense at this price
