In an interview with La Provence in November, Jean-Pierre Papin made a huge revelation by announcing major tensions with Ali Zarrak. After receiving the support of his management, the former Ballon d'Or should still leave OM to join Martigues. The opportunity for him to get away from Zarrak for good.
Returned to loon in 2022 to support the president as an advisor, Jean-Pierre Papin was entrusted with the reins of the reserve team in November 2023. However, this new adventure quickly took a delicate turn. Indeed, The priest expressed deep unease regarding his relations with Ali Zararin charge of the group Pro 2 and close collaborator of Mehdi Benatia.
The clash weakened Papin
The situation had calmed down since the two men no longer work together but this estrangement has weakened it as highlighted Provence. Enough to motivate him to leave loon ?
Papin in Martigues?
In a delicate situation, the FC Martigues is preparing to welcome a new coach. Following the departure of Thierry Laureythe Martégal club ticked off ten names but the one that quickly stood out would be Jean-Pierre Papin according to Provence. The former Ballon d'Or is excited about the idea of returning to a professional bench.