Lyon striker Lacazette unhappy over wage comments

Lyon striker Alexandre Lacazette says he was left "hurt and disappointed" by club president Jean-Michel Aulas after he went public with details of their contract negotiations this summer.

In an interview with French newspaper L'Equipe on Monday, Lacazette was also critical of Lyon coach Hubert Fournier, who he feels should have defended him more during what has been a disappointing start to the season from the France international.

Lacazette said in L'Equipe: "I was expecting something (in 2014). I'd just had my best season - I'd really helped the team to get back into the Champions League.

"He had told me that it was too much after just one full season but that if I backed it up, we could discuss on that basis.

"I would have preferred that he did just like in any negotiation. He could have told me 'it's too much', simply. He should not have used that method (revealing the offer).

"When he tells things, seen from his side, he makes you think that the player is in the wrong. His behaviour hurt me and disappointed me."