There is a family resemblance between Olympique de Marseille and Juventus de Turin in recent months, a link that Pablo Longoria knew how to weave through his Italian connections. The Marseille president, formerly responsible for recruitment at Juve, knows the workings of the Turin club well, a network that he continues to exploit with a certain intelligence. It is also a terrain known for Medhi Benatiaemblematic former Juventus player, today at the heart of OM's sports management, and who has not forgotten his past in Turin. Finally, Roberto De Zerbi, the Italian coach, adds a touch of familiarity to this already well-oiled system. These links between OM and Juventus are not the result of chance. With figures like Longoria, Benatia and De Zerbi, OM seems to be more anchored in a transfer window strategy with a strong Italian influence, fertile ground for future transactions.
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OM still have one eye on Turin
Last summer, it was another big name from Juve who made a name for himself on the Canebière side: Adrien Rabiot. Free after the end of his contract with the Piedmont club, the French midfielder has chosen to make a new start, under the Marseille sun. This movement opened the way to other rumors which continue to inflame discussions among supporters and observers. The name of Paul Pogbaalso free after his termination and the end of his suspension for doping, regularly comes up in conversations. His return to competition, expected in March 2025, could make him an interesting target for Longoria, provided that the uncertainties linked to his past are resolved. But the link with Juventus does not stop there, since other players still under contract with the Old Lady are mentioned. Arthur Melo, with his technical profile, Nicolò Fagiolipromising young talent, or the Brazilian defender Danilowho would bring his experience to the Marseille defense are transfer window rumors announced in the Italian media. The name of Manuel Locatelliformer Sassuolo player under the direction of De Zerbi, was also on OM's shelves last summer. Tracks which testify to an increasingly close relationship between OM and Juve, whose links could be strengthened with these new targets.
With the arrival of Benatia and De Zerbi, OM seem to be stepping up their efforts to establish themselves further in the Italian championship. Longoria, already a fine connoisseur of transalpine markets, could well continue on this path, with Italy as the true epicenter of his ambitions. The market is open, connections are strong, and rumors continue to flourish. In this context, OM could position itself as a real relay for Italian talents, a bold but potentially winning strategy. Juventus, who had recovered Arek Ownedseems to be in OM’s little papers…
