Backup goalkeeper to Dominik Greif (29) at Olympique Lyonnais, Rémy Descamps (30) has confirmed that he was approached by West Bromwich Albion and Hull City during the 2025-26 winter transfer window.

“It didn’t happen because I decided otherwise. I wanted to build on the momentum from last season, which had got off to a great start,” the French goalie explained in an interview with Le Progrès . “The manager then gave me the chance to play in the Europa League when I returned. That allowed me to reach around ten appearances by the winter break. I wanted to keep going; the Coupe de France was coming up… There were a lot of matches, and I didn’t want to let it go.”

Having started the season as first-choice goalkeeper, Descamps eventually saw his rival take his place following a hand injury sustained in mid-September. Returning to action two months later, the Marcq-en-Barœul native went on to make nine appearances – including four in the Europa League – as second-choice goalkeeper.

A year on, with the winter transfer window already looming on the horizon, Descamps – who has made two appearances for OL this season – is keeping all his options open regarding the next step in his career.

“This year could be much the same; you have to stay positive and make the most of every opportunity. That said, if an interesting opportunity comes along, of course I’ll give it some thought,” he added.

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