The restructuring phase at Olympique de Marseille (OM) is picking up pace, with key figures already reshaping the club’s leadership. Stéphane Richard, the newly appointed president, has confirmed the imminent arrival of Grégory Lorenzi as the club’s new sporting director. Lorenzi, previously at the Stade Brestois, will take over from Medhi Benatia, a transition expected to bring fresh strategic direction as the club navigates a challenging transfer window.
Amid financial pressures, the OM hierarchy is exploring high-value exits to stabilize the club’s balance sheet. Among the most talked-about departures is that of Mason Greenwood, the club’s offensive spearhead and number 10, whose potential move to AS Roma is gaining traction. Italian reports suggest the English winger’s father and agent has already given the green light for a transfer worth up to €55 million, pending final negotiations.
Roma’s Champions League ambitions drive interest in Greenwood
The Italian capital club, fresh off securing a Champions League spot, views Greenwood as a key asset to reinforce its attacking options. Financial feasibility appears within reach, with reports indicating Aston Villa could finalize the sale of Matías Soulé for €35-40 million. This incoming revenue stream could offset part of Greenwood’s transfer fee, making the deal more palatable for the OM.
Greenwood’s departure seems inevitable
The potential sale of Greenwood is not just a financial necessity but also a strategic one. With Manchester United entitled to 40% of the transfer fee—given the original €25 million acquisition cost—the OM would retain a significant portion of the revenue. Analysts and insiders alike describe Greenwood’s exit as highly likely, underlining his status as the club’s most valuable asset. As one observer noted, the need for liquidity and the player’s marketability make this transfer a near certainty.
