An unexpected return soon to materialize?

The arrival of Roberto DeZerbi on the benchMarseille Olympic has revived the wildest hopes and dreams for the transfer window. Among the avenues mentioned, that of a possible return of Florian Thauvinthe former darling of the Vélodrome currently at the end of his contract with theUdineseignited the Marseille supporters. However, the latest statements from the Italian club seem to put an end to this sweet dream.

An ambitious transfer window for OM

Since the arrival of Roberto DeZerbithe craze aroundABOUT has returned to its peak. Courted by the biggest European clubs, the Italian technician chose the Marseille challenge. Crazy rumors then emerged, evoking possibilities as improbable as Paul Pogba. But above all it is the possible return of Florian Thauvin which ignited the Marseille supporters, nostalgic for their former favorite.

Thauvin, a dream that fades away

Florian Thauvin made an impression with his talent and his attachment to the Marseille club. After a stint in Mexico, the French international found some color at homeUdinesewhere he had an excellent season. At the end of the contract next June, Thauvin seemed like the ideal target for a return home. However, the general director of theUdinese, Gian Luca Nanidampened Marseille's hopes by asserting “we are very happy with him and it’s the same for him”.

Udinese wants to extend Thauvin

Gian Luca Nani even mentioned a possible contract extension for the French player: “The time will surely come and I hope we will make this new marriage. We are proud to have him as captain, he is also very good with the young players”. Statements that seem to sound the death knell of Marseille dream of a return of Florian Thauvin this summer. L'ABOUT will therefore have to turn to other avenues to strengthen its workforce and respond to the ambitions born with the arrival of Roberto DeZerbi.