Edmilson does not believe that Memphis Depay is good enough to "play for a club bigger than Lyon", despite another strong season at the Groupama Stadium.
The Dutchman has contributed 10 goals and 10 assists in 38 matches across all competitions for Lyon this season, emphasising his status as one for the club's most important players.
He was similarly influential during their 2017-18 campaign, bouncing back quickly after an ill-fated two-year spell at Manchester United.
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Lyon are currently third in Ligue 1, as they chase a place in next year's Champions League, with a French Cup semi-final to negotiate next against Rennes on Tuesday night.