Tag: Marseille

Greenwood Exit Looms as Marseille Tensions Rise

Mason Greenwood
May 2026

Mason Greenwood is expected to leave Marseille amid growing internal tensions despite strong performances in Ligue 1. Friction with management and criticism over attitude have pushed the club toward a potential sale, while Premier League return options are limited due to external backlash.

Juventus Eye Greenwood Move Amid Marseille Uncertainty

Mason Greenwood
April 2026

Juventus are preparing a move for Mason Greenwood as uncertainty over Marseille’s finances and Champions League qualification raises the possibility of a summer departure for the forward. Marseille may need to sell if they miss out on European revenue, while Juventus are exploring structured deals, including player exchanges, to reduce costs and secure the striker during the upcoming transfer window.

Pogba Set for Monaco Return After Long Injury Layoff

Paul Pogba
April 2026

Paul Pogba is now available again for Monaco after a long spell out with a calf problem, putting him in line for a return against Marseille. His comeback would end another frustrating absence in a season heavily disrupted by fitness issues. Recent reporting and club-linked coverage say coach Sebastien Pocognoli confirmed Pogba is available after training consistently with the squad during the international break. His competitive return is close, although Monaco still retain the option to wait if they feel he is not fully ready for league minutes.

Beye Rages Over Greenwood Injury and Refereeing in Marseille Loss to Lille

Habib Beye
March 2026

Habib Beye strongly criticised the officiating after Mason Greenwood was forced off injured early in Marseille’s loss to Lille. The coach argued that the physical treatment of his forward crossed the line and said the refereeing decisions changed the entire game. Beye singled out the sequence involving Calvin Verdonk and Hakon Haraldsson, describing the contact as uncontrolled and violent after Greenwood was hurt during a counterattack. He said a harsher punishment was warranted and that Marseille paid the price once their attacker had to leave the pitch.

Greenwood’s Marseille future in doubt amid tension and financial pressure

Mason Greenwood
March 2026

Reports suggest a summer exit is a serious possibility despite Greenwood’s strong scoring output. With Marseille facing internal tension and financial strain after a Champions League exit, a profitable sale is being considered to fund a squad refresh. L’Equipe reports concerns about Greenwood’s integration and attitude, citing him standing apart from team-mates during a shootout in a Coupe de France loss to Toulouse.

Marseille lose Habib Beye’s first match as Greenwood misses late penalty in Brest defeat

Habib Beye
February 2026

Marseille’s Champions League push took a hit as they lost 2-0 at Brest in Habib Beye’s first match, with Mason Greenwood missing a late penalty that could have changed the finish. Ludovic Ajorque scored twice to put Brest in control. Greenwood won a penalty late on but saw his effort saved by Grégoire Coudert, extending Marseille’s winless run and leaving their top-four chase under pressure.

Marseille appoint Habib Beye on deal to 2027 after De Zerbi exit

Habib Beye
February 2026

Marseille confirmed Habib Beye as head coach on a contract running until summer 2027, replacing Roberto De Zerbi. He returns to the club he represented as a player and is tasked with stabilising the season. The club statement positioned Beye as a demanding, identity-driven coach focused on discipline, intensity, and accountability, pointing to his coaching work after retirement and framing the appointment as a leadership reset after a turbulent period.

Marseille Sack Roberto De Zerbi After 5-0 PSG Humiliation

Roberto De Zerbi
February 2026

Marseille ended De Zerbi’s tenure by mutual consent after a 5-0 loss to PSG. He leaves with the club fourth and 12 points off the top, after finishing second last season. The decision followed heavy pressure after an early Champions League exit and the collapse in Le Classique, where De Zerbi apologised for the performance. Marseille’s statement says leadership agreed a change was needed for the run-in.

Dembele Double and Puskas Talk as PSG Smash Marseille 5-0

Ousmane Dembélé
January 2026

PSG thrashed Marseille 5-0 in Le Classique to go top of Ligue 1, with Dembélé scoring twice including an outside-of-the-foot strike being touted online as a possible Puskas contender. PSG built a dominant win with an own goal credited to Facundo Medina plus goals from Kvaratskhelia and Lee, while Dembélé’s second came after driving in from the right and finishing with a creative outside-foot shot. Post-match he said PSG are “back” and aiming to win everything in the run-in.

Sergio Ramos Offers Himself to Marseille While Pursuing Sevilla Takeover Bid

Sergio Ramos
January 2026

Ramos is looking for a new European club and has reportedly offered himself to Marseille, while also being involved in a bid to buy Sevilla that prevents him from playing for them. He departed Monterrey after one season, stating his last match was a playoff semi-final loss. Reports say he expected a Sevilla return, but his participation in an acquisition attempt creates a conflict. The bid is described as entering an exclusivity period to review finances, with multiple interested parties also mentioned, while he remains open to playing offers.

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