The in-form Frenchman had been tipped to make a switch to either Arsenal or Liverpool but now faces three weeks on the sidelines - potentially scuppering any hopes of passing a medical.

Lyon's talisman could miss their crucial clashes against Monaco, PSG and Lorient.

CROCKED: Lacazette is out for three months [GETTY]

But it has far-reaching consequences as both Brendan Rodgers and Arsene Wenger may be left with a mad scramble to find a last-ditch replacement for the striker.

French journalist Jonathan Johnson tweeted: "Latest reports say Lyon's Alexandre Lacazette out for 3 weeks with injury. Almost certain to miss Monaco, PSG & Lorient. Huge blow."

Lyon have reportedly told Arsenal and Liverpool the striker will cost in the region of £28m.

However, with Lacazette's injury problems his chances of a move appear to have gone for this window at least.