Pavel Sulc has emerged as one of the most productive midfield attackers in Ligue 1 this season, and his rise has not gone unnoticed in England.
Since arriving from Viktoria Plzen, the Czech international has injected creativity and directness into Lyon’s frontline. His tally of 13 goals and six assists underlines a campaign built on consistency rather than isolated bursts of form.
Sulc’s versatility is perhaps his greatest asset. He has operated centrally, drifted wide and even dropped deeper when required, offering tactical flexibility that modern managers crave. Alongside fellow recruit Tyler Morton, he has played a key role in Lyon’s unexpected push near the summit of French football.
With surprise leaders RC Lens narrowly ahead of PSG, Lyon’s 13-match unbeaten surge has thrust them firmly into contention. The loan arrival of Endrick from Real Madrid has further sharpened their attacking edge.
Back in England, interest is intensifying. Leeds United first explored the possibility of signing Sulc last summer and have continued to monitor his development. Meanwhile, Aston Villa have made fresh checks, intrigued by his productivity and adaptability.
According to TEAMtalk, Fulham are also believed to be in the mix, while Crystal Palace could emerge as serious contenders. Palace’s ongoing work around Morton may open the door to a broader negotiation, potentially presenting Lyon’s ownership with the possibility of a structured double agreement.
Several other Premier League sides, including Brentford, Brighton & Hove Albion, Everton, Nottingham Forest, and AFC Bournemouth, have also sought updates on his situation. The breadth of interest suggests Sulc is viewed not merely as a speculative signing, but as a ready-made contributor capable of stepping into a Premier League midfield immediately.
The real question now is whether Lyon can retain their core. Owner John Textor faces a delicate balance between capitalising on peak market value and sustaining a squad capable of challenging domestically and in Europe.
With Sulc entering his prime years and delivering across multiple competitions, his valuation is unlikely to fall. If Lyon decide to sell, the competition between English clubs could push the price significantly higher.
From the player’s perspective, the allure of the Premier League, combined with regular European exposure, may prove decisive. Timing will be everything, particularly if Lyon secure Champions League football, which could strengthen their negotiating position.
Sulc represents the type of signing that often defines successful recruitment cycles, high output, tactical intelligence and room for further growth. For clubs like Aston Villa or Leeds United, he could add immediate thrust and creativity and for Palace or Fulham, he could be transformative.
The key will be decisiveness. With so many clubs circling, hesitation could prove costly. If Lyon are open to discussions, expect one of these Premier League sides to move quickly. In a market often dominated by inflated fees for unproven prospects, Pavel Sulc feels different, productive, adaptable and ready. The only question now is which English club is bold enough to make him their statement addition of the summer.
