A new wind is indeed blowing through the Old Port. After a last season as disappointing as it was grueling, Olympique de Marseille intends to take advantage of the summer transfer window to start again on new bases. If President Pablo Longoria has to scale back due to the absence of a European Cup, the Spaniard is struggling to provide a squad that meets the requirements of his new coach, Roberto De Zerbi.
Designated as priorities by the Italian coach, midfielder Ismaël Koné and defender Lilian Brassier will join OM, both files being on the verge of being finalized. Not necessarily planned a few weeks ago, the Marseille leaders also began looking for new reinforcement at the goalkeeper position.
Pau Lopez on departure from OM
At the end of his contract in two years, Pau Lopez could leave OM this summer. According to the latest information from Sky Italia, the Spaniard would be on the verge of reaching an agreement with the Italian club promoted and coached by Cesc Fabregas, Como. Genoa is also keeping an eye on him. For his part, RMC Sport informs that the former Roma will not be accepted in the event of a satisfactory offer. Enough to open the door to a departure… and the search for a successor.
OM in contact with Illan Meslier (Leeds)
And according to Foot Market, it could be Illan Meslier, the last bastion of Leeds. Rumors, relayed by us, concerning this transfer had already flourished several days ago. Under contract with the resident of Championship (English D2), the Frenchman could return to his native country, five years after crossing the Channel.
Now aged 24, his performances allowed him to get closer to the French team with a preselection. His quality of kicking had won the trust of Marcelo Bielsa during his stay in England. An aspect also dear to Roberto De Zerbi.
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