Olympique de Marseille (OM) is on the brink of a significant reshuffle, with financial constraints pushing the club to make tough decisions. Among the players likely to leave is Mason Greenwood, the English winger who has been a key offensive figure for the club over the past two seasons. According to insider reports, Greenwood’s transfer to AS Roma is gaining momentum, with the 55 million euro deal nearing finalization.
The restructuring of Olympique de Marseille has already begun, with Stéphane Richard stepping into the role of president following Pablo Longoria’s departure. Grégory Lorenzi, formerly the sporting director at Stade Brestois, is set to replace Mehdi Benatia as director of sport, a move confirmed by Richard himself. “Yes, the name circulating in the press is correct. It will be official in the coming hours,” he stated. Lorenzi will face an immediate challenge, as the club’s transfer business is far from over.
Roma’s €55m swoop for Greenwood
AS Roma, fresh off their Champions League qualification, has identified Mason Greenwood as a top target. The English attacker’s agent has reportedly given the green light for a move, clearing the way for negotiations. Olympique de Marseille is demanding a fee of 55 million euros for Greenwood, a sum that could be partially covered by the potential sale of Matías Soulé to Aston Villa, valued between 35 and 40 million euros.
The strong relationship between the two clubs could facilitate a smooth transfer, though Manchester United will retain 40% of the transfer fee, given their sell-on clause from Greenwood’s original acquisition for 25 million euros by OM. The departure of Greenwood appears increasingly inevitable, as financial pressures mount on the French side.
Greenwood’s future hangs in the balance
With Olympique de Marseille facing a financial overhaul, Greenwood’s exit would be one of the most significant moves in the upcoming transfer window. His potential move to Roma, a club with European ambitions, aligns with both his career trajectory and the financial needs of Marseille. Insiders suggest that the deal is nearly finalized, making Greenwood’s transfer a near certainty.
