In search of a second goalkeeper in an emergency following the injury to Ruben Blanco, OM turned to Jeffrey de Lange this summer. More than flattered by the call from the Marseille club, the Dutch goalkeeper ended discussions with the clubs who had contacted him to join the Olympians.
Very active on the transfer market, OM has considerably strengthened all lines, including the goalkeeper position. The Marseille club paid €2 million to sign Jeffrey Longlining of Geronimo Rulli. The Dutch doorman was very courted.
de Lange had many suitors
According to information from Provence, Jeffrey Long had no shortage of courtiers during the last summer transfer window. But when contacted by loonhe did not hesitate for a single second to join Marseille despite the presence of Geronimo Rulli in the workforce.
“There was no doubt for me”
« When a big club like OM comes to pick you up, it makes sense. There was no doubt for me. OM, the first thing that comes to mind are the supporters, the stadium. I know where I'm going, I have to show that I'm ready and that the coach can start me », had confided de Lange during his presentation to the media.
