Nice admitted transfer market struggles during the recent summer window due to financial constraints. Coach Frank Hayes confirmed his failed pursuit of Moroccan midfielder Nail Al-Ainawi from Lens. The manager identified Al-Ainawi as his primary target but acknowledged certain players remain beyond their financial reach. Hayes explained that budget limitations prevented the club from completing all planned acquisitions.
Al-Ainawi appeared for Roma against Nice during their Europa League encounter on Wednesday evening. Roma secured victory with a 2-1 scoreline over the French side. The Moroccan international had joined the Italian club from Lens for approximately 25 million euros during the summer period. This substantial transfer fee explains why Nice could not compete for his signature.
Al-Ainawi appeared for Roma against Nice during their Europa League encounter on Wednesday evening. Roma secured victory with a 2-1 scoreline over the French side. The Moroccan international had joined the Italian club from Lens for approximately 25 million euros during the summer period. This substantial transfer fee explains why Nice could not compete for his signature.
