Lyon signs Kenny Tete from Ajax

Lyon’s busy summer shopping spree continues, with Les Gones signing Netherlands international right-back Kenny Tete from Ajax.

Amid a spell of high-profile exits, Lyon has been stocking its shelves with talent, as Tete, 21, joins Fernando Marcal, Ferland Mendy, Mariano Diaz, and fellow former Ajax standout Bertrand Traore as the French side’s fifth major summer signing.

Les Gones announced the signing Monday with a statement on its website, and while the terms and length of the deal were not disclosed, reports suggest it’s a five-year contract for a fee of €3 million.

With Joel Veltman receiving the brunt of the starting right-back opportunities with the Amsterdam giant under Peter Bosz, Tete struggled for first-team opportunities despite a varied skill set.

One club’s loss is another’s gain, and after Bruno Genesio’s Lyon got a firsthand taste of Tete’s skills during both legs of a Europa League semi-final bow, Les Gones will be pleased to add another emerging star to its ranks.

“It’s a beautiful day. I’m happy to be here. The team is very strong, the Parc OL is magnificent, and the supporters are incredible,” Tete said Monday.

Tete’s signing is part of a massive overhaul at Lyon, with the club replacing big-money departures Alexandre Lacazette, Corentin Tolisso, and Maxime Gonalons with a core of young players. Set to join up with his new teammates for summer training, Tete’s arrival is likely to result in an exit for either Christophe Jallet or Rafael.