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Lyon chief Juninho admits Depay could yet sign for Barcelona

Lyon sporting director Juninho admits Memphis Depay could yet sign for Barcelona on Monday.

The Dutch forward has been linked with a move to Barcelona this window, which closes on Monday.

"He has 12 months left on his contract, so..." Juninho told Telefoot on Sunday.

"He has a contract [agreed] with Barcelona, we're not hiding from that.

"It's possible that Memphis signs for Barcelona tomorrow [Monday], but that's not certain.

"He's the most likely player to leave.

"If he stays, he'll help us."

On Sunday, Depay was left on the bench for Lyon's 1-1 draw with Marseille in Ligue 1.

"Memphis didn't play because of his fitness and also because of what could happen tomorrow," Lyon boss Rudi Garcia explained.

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