After finishing fifth and missing out on the lucrative Champions League, Olympique de Marseille finds itself in a tricky financial position. The revenue shortfall from not qualifying for Europe’s top competition forces the Provencal club to focus this summer transfer window on selling players. Worse still, the off-season could turn into a major clearance sale for Marseille, as the club lacks bargaining power and must part with its most valuable assets.
The most significant asset is undoubtedly Mason Greenwood. The British forward had expressed his desire to remain in Ligue 1, but he is edging closer to AS Roma, which has made him its top priority to bolster its attack.
Gouiri also on his way out?
Another key offensive player could also pack his bags. Amine Gouiri, who arrived a year and a half ago from Stade Rennais, has caught the attention of new sporting director Grégory Lorenzi, who greatly admires his technical profile. However, the director is prepared to let his striker go if a tempting offer comes in.
