Chelsea’s hopes of signing a top-class striker have been handed a major boost following the decision to call a halt to the Ligue 1 season.
Football authorities in France ended the campaign due to the coronavirus pandemic and handed the title to Paris Saint-Germain.
The decision left Marseille, Rennes and Lille in the European qualification spots, while Lyon were left on the outside looking in.
The seven-time French champions have confirmed they may appeal, but that would probably be a lengthy process.
Although they have grounds to feel extremely aggrieved, Lyon’s attempts to overturn the decision are likely to fall on deaf ears.