Overview
- Openda told L'Equipe that his summer 2025 switch to Juventus "wasn't a mistake" because it helped him work on parts of his game he had not considered.
- He said Juventus' tactics and the presence of Dusan Vlahovic and Jonathan David restricted his role, noting he had good chemistry with David while Vlahovic often kept possession.
- Citing Friday's L'Equipe interview, Openda said he realised late in the 2025–26 campaign that he needed to leave Turin to get regular minutes.
- On loan at Lyon for the 2026–27 season for a reported €3.5m fee with no purchase option, Openda has already contributed two goals and one assist in eight appearances.
- His long‑term future remains uncertain because his Juventus contract runs until 2030, his Juve year cost him a World Cup place, and continued form at Lyon will shape whether he returns to Turin or attracts other suitors.