Lyon win Mensah race
23 Jul 2008 - 12:29:40
French champions Lyon have won the race to sign highly-rated Rennes centre-back John Mensah, who had been a target for several clubs in England.
The 25-year-old Ghana international had been linked with the likes of Portsmouth, Wigan Athletic and Reading in recent months, but has opted to remain in France.
Mensah said after completing his big-money move: "I had a few offers, mostly from English clubs, but I opted for Lyon on the insistence of my agent.
"It's not going to be easy for me but I'll do my best.
"I'm looking forward to linking up with manager Claude Puel, who is one of the best managers in France and who has a great future in the game."
Mensah spent two seasons with Rennes, having previously made his name in Italy with Genoa, Chievo Verona, Modena and Cremonese.