Lacazette, the French striker who has been linked with moves to Manchester United and Real Madrid, has confirmed his commitment to remain in France and fight for the Ligue 1 championship.

The 27-year-old forward, who has scored 46 goals this season, is confident that he can continue to contribute to Lyon's success under coach Jean-Michel Aulas. "I am very happy to stay here," Lacazette said. "We have a lot of players coming from different clubs, so I'm sure we will be able to win it."

Aulas, who was named manager of the French national team last month, is confident that Lacazette will be a key player for Lyon. "He is one of the best strikers in the world," Aulas said. "We want him to perform well, especially in the Champions League. He is going to play a big role for us."

Despite the speculation surrounding his future, Lacazette remains committed to Lyon. "It's important for me to stay here," he said. "I don't think there will be any problems." However, he added that he would like to return to England if possible. "If I had the opportunity to play again in England, I would love to do so," he said.

Lacazette's decision to stay in France comes as a surprise to many, given his previous moves to Manchester City and Bayern Munich. But Aulas' appointment as manager of Lyon means that the club will now have a clear path to success under his guidance. The French striker is already a key player for the team and his continued involvement suggests that he is not just another name on the pitch.