Sparkling in the colors of Brest last season, Lilian Brassier caught the eye of OM management. So much so that the Marseille club completed his signing last summer. However, Lilian Brassier cannot adapt at all to Roberto De Zerbi's playing philosophy. Hence the decision to recruit a new central defender in January, namely Luiz Felipe.
Very efficient with Brest last season, Lilian Brassier alarmed the management of theABOUT. Eager to recruit a new central defender, the Olympian club finalized the transfer of the 25-year-old player, in the form of a loan with a purchase option of around €12 million. However, Lilian Brassier has struggled since signing withABOUT.
Brassiere incompatible with the De Zerbi method?
According to information from The Teamdefense is always the weak point of theABOUTdespite the XXL performance of Geronimo Rulli. On the one hand, because the philosophy of Roberto By Zerbi implies taking risks in ball exits. On the other hand, because some players seem not to be able to adapt to it, notably Lilian Brassier.
OM will recruit Felipe because of Brassier
Aware of the situation, theABOUT of Pablo Longoria decided to recruit a brand new central defender. And the Marseille club has already found the right fit. In fact, theABOUT is about to formalize the transfer of Luiz Felipe. Released by Al Ittihadthe Italian international will sign freely and for free at Marseillefor a period of 18 months.
