Football Club de Marseille invites you to follow the news of OM's competitors (PSG, Monaco, Lyon, Nice, LOSC, Rennes, etc.). Here are the 3 main news of the day on these clubs.
1- LOSC’s big priority this winter
According to RMC consultant, Elton Mokolo, LOSC must have a priority for the winter transfer window. Indeed, according to him, it is absolutely necessary that the Mastiffs succeed in extending Jonathan David in order to prevent him from leaving the free club next June and bringing nothing financially to Lille.
The LOSC addresses the hivernal market with limited changes, despite a good end to the year, with a fourth place in Ligue 1a possible qualification for Champions League round of 16and a ticket for 16th round of Coupe de France. If no major upheaval is expected, according to RMC Rafael Fernandes et Akim Zedadkawho did not play in Ligue 1 this season, are expected to leave the club, as are other players with little playing time, if satisfactory offers arise.
In addition, RMC specifies that the president Olivier Létang seeks to extend the contract of Jonathan Davidalthough the Canadian striker, who scores regularly (11 goals in the league and first in the standings), is at the end of his contract in June and it seems unlikely that he will stay beyond. If David and Angel Gomesalso at the end of his contract and currently injured in his calf, were to leave for free, this would represent a loss of 60 million euros for the club.
At the same time, LOSC is looking for a reference offensive player and negotiations have already started, although the name of the player still remains secret. On the other hand, Lucas Chevalierone of the club's best players this season and recently called up to the French team, is being courted, but Lille does not intend to let him leave this winter. Finally, Nabil Bentalebwho suffered from cardiac arrest in June, hopes to return to competition, but a medical decision will be made in mid-January on whether he can return to competition.
2 – Thunderbolt at PSG!
Nuno Mendes, a rising star of Paris Saint-Germain, now finds himself at the heart of a burning issue. While his contract extension seemed almost finalized a few weeks ago, the situation suddenly became tense. Between financial disagreements and uncertainties about his future, the Portuguese full-back, considered one of the best in his position, could turn the page in Paris. An unexpected twist which places the PSG facing a major challenge as the transfer window approaches.
Arriving in 2021, Nuno Mendes quickly established himself as an essential element of Paris Saint-Germain. Indisputable starter despite several recent injuries, the young 22-year-old Portuguese is one of the best at his left-back position. However, while his contract extension until 2026 seemed well underway a few weeks ago, Mendes would have rejected the offers proposed by PSG. Believing that his salary does not match his status, he is now considering leaving, attracting the attention of Manchester United in particular.
Negotiations between the player and the Parisian club are currently at a standstill. Mendes and his entourage refused outright the proposals made by management, breaking off the dialogue. This disagreement places PSG in a delicate position, because the player, frustrated by what he perceives as a lack of recognition, is now planning elsewhere. The Parisian club still hopes to reach an agreement, but the situation seems to depend more on Mendes' financial demands and PSG's openness to meeting them.
Despite these tensions, PSG does not want to part ways with Nuno Mendes, whom many consider essential. However, if negotiations do not resume quickly, Mendes could seriously consider a departure, and other major European clubs could position themselves. With the winter transfer window approaching, this issue could become one of the main soap operas to watch. To avoid losing a rare talent, PSG may have to review their priorities and offer a more convincing offer to their young full-back.
3 – Rennes on the verge of a huge coup!
The winter transfer window opens next week and Ligue 1 clubs are already busy making some good moves. This is the case of Rennes which could achieve a very big one…
Olympique de Marseille will try to strengthen itself during the winter transfer window. The Marseille club's competitors will also take advantage of this period of player transfers to try to improve their squad for the second part of the season. This is particularly the case at Stade Rennais. The Breton club is even on the verge of making a big move.
Rennes has in fact made progress in recent hours in the case leading to Fofana School. The Bretons want to quickly complete the operation and thus get ahead of the competition from foreign clubs. reveals Foot Mercato journalist, Sebastien Denis. The former RC Lens midfielder has been playing in Saudi Arabia for a year and a half.
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The first big blow of the 2024-2025 transfer window?
After a notable departure for Saudi Arabia in 2023, Seko Fofana, emblematic former captain of RC Lens, could make his return to Ligue 1. Currently on loan to Al-Ettifaq from Al-Nassr, the Ivorian international is in the sights of the Stade Rennais, which wants to strengthen its midfield with an experienced and powerful player. The Rennes president, Arnaud Pouille, actively worked on this file, drawing on his past links with Fofana and the support of coach Jorge Sampaoli.
Rennes is proposing an ambitious project including a long-term contract to convince the player and his Saudi club, which had invested €23 million to recruit him. If discussions progress, another Saudi club also remains in the running. However, Rennes seems in a good position to finalize this operation and hopes to revitalize its squad for the second half of the season.
