Lyon signs Lovren

Lyon have signed a four-and-a-half-year contract with the Croatian defender Dejan Lovren from Dinamo Zagreb hoping to strengthen their defense with him in the team.

It has been reported that the 20-year-old centre-back has joined Lyon for an initial fee of €8m which is a subject to a rise of additional €1.5 m depending on extra bonuses. Lovren is also known for his performances as a full back and so far has made two international appearances for Croatia.