Recruited last summer for a substantial sum of €25 million, Elye Wahi seemed to be one of the centerpieces of the Marseille project. However, halfway through the season, the 20-year-old striker is struggling to establish himself. The situation was further complicated with the emergence of Neal Maupay, who took the lead in the hierarchy of scorers under the orders of the Olympian coach. Thus, if he were to part with it, OM would expect at least €25M, which seems practically impossible for a player who has become a substitute.
Since Frank McCourt took the reins of loonthe club embarked on a real treasure hunt: to unearth an international caliber striker, capable not only of stacking up goals, but also of being a long-term player in the sky and white colors. Last summer, Marseille leaders set their sights on Elye Wahi, a promising young talent. After a mixed first season in the jersey of RC Lensthe striker was snatched from the transfer market for an amount of €25M. But he has not yet managed to impose himself on loon.
Wahi became a substitute
After six months loon, Elye Wahi changed status. Arrived to be a starter, the former player of the RC Lens became a substitute following his poor performances and those of Neal Maupay – The Best Of Neal Maupay. For €25M, loon cannot afford to leave it on the bench and could therefore consider parting with it.
€25M, impossible for a replacement?
However, as indicated by several media, loon wants to get back on its feet. The Marseille club therefore hopes to receive at least €25M in this operation, which At Tribune OM considers it impossible for a replacement. Months since the Premier League points the tip of its nose… According to information relayed by The Team, Elye Wahi arouses the interest of Bournemouth et West Hamalthough no formal offer has yet been made to the Marseille club. To be continued…
