Put on the shelf since the start of the season by the management of OM and their coach Roberto De Zerbi, Chancel Mbemba seems to have made a clear decision concerning his future. The 30-year-old central defender, who nevertheless remains a starter in the selection with the Democratic Republic of Congo, publicly expressed his wish to leave Olympique de Marseille during the next winter transfer window.
After the defeat of the RDC against Guinea (1-0) as part of the CAN 2024 qualifiers, Mbemba made statements that leave little room for doubt about his intentions: “I have a contract with Marseille. I hope (to leave OM) in January, whenever God wants. But when God doesn't decide… it's humans. Humans are complicated, everyone looks out for their own interests. But the most important thing is to do our job to satisfy everyone. » These words, both lucid and tinged with frustration, show that he is now ready to turn the page on the Marseille club.
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Mbemba wants to leave OM in January
Since the start of the season, Chancel Mbemba did not play a single minute under the orders of By Zerbidespite a solid past as a key defender at OM. His absence on the pitch in Marseille contrasts with his regular performances with the RDC, where it remains an essential element. The defender, under contract with OM until 2025, seems increasingly determined to change scenery, and a departure in January is becoming clearer. L'Saudi Arabia seems to be the announced destination for the former FC Porto.
Mbemba's situation has become a sensitive issue in Marseille. The club finds itself in a delicate position, with a player of his caliber who no longer has a place in the squad. Management wants to get rid of the player and the latter wants to leave, common ground should be found in January.
In summary, the DRC defender has made his desire to leave clear, and the current situation appears to be leading to an inevitable separation. The winter transfer window promises to be crucial, both for the player and for Olympique de Marseille, who will have to find a solution to this position where experience is sorely lacking.
