The leadership of the French Lille intends to redeem the Belgian Muskron.

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In the season 2019/20, completed in Belgium ahead of schedule due to the coronavirus, Muscron finished 10th, however, due to financial problems, he could not pass licensing for the season 2020/21.

A significant role in Lille’s interest is played by the fact that Muskron is just 26 kilometers from Lille, that is, it takes only 15 to 25 minutes to travel from a Belgian city to a French city (depending on transport and its speed).

In the French Championship, which was also completed ahead of schedule, Lille finished fourth and will perform in the 2020/21 season in the Europa League.