The Sevilla may be close to resolving its major economic issue with the potential departure of Tanguy Nianzou. According to reports from Le Petit Lillois, Lille is very interested in acquiring Nianzou's services.

What happened?

The Parisian defender had a special permit from the sports management to not start the pre-season under the orders of Luis García Plaza, so that he could find a new destination.

The president of Lille, Olivier Létang, considers Nianzou to be a good market opportunity to cover the recent losses of Chancel Mbemba and Aïssa Mandi.

Why is it important for Sevilla?

The operation would be a breath of fresh air for the club's finances, as Sevilla would get rid of the team's highest-paid player, freeing up around 12 million euros in salary cap space.

Sevilla is currently in 13th place in La Liga, with 43 points, 12 wins, 7 draws, and 19 losses in 38 games, and a goal difference of -14, having scored 46 goals and conceded 60.

What comes next?

If Nianzou is transferred to Lille, Sevilla could use the freed-up salary space to strengthen its squad in the transfer market.

Sevilla lost its last game 1-0 against Celta Vigo on May 23, 2026, and is 51 points behind leaders Barcelona.

The departure of Nianzou could be an important step for Sevilla in its search for economic and sporting stability.