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Published on June 26, 2024 at 4:53 p.m. par
Day Dayan
While several rumors sent him to various clubs in Europe, Leonardo Balerdi could ultimately stay at Olympique de Marseille.
The supporters of theOlympic Marseille are likely to be happy today. This Wednesday, June 26, the new coach Roberto De Zerbi arrived in Marseille. An arrival eagerly awaited by fans of the club. One of the most coveted coaches in Europe has signed with OM until 2027. Although the club will not play in Europe next season, he and his new technical director have ambitious plans for the transfer market.
Last season, few OM players gave full satisfaction. Among them, we can cite Pierre-Emerick Aubameyangwho made a huge season with 30 goalsas well as the Argentinian defender Leonardo Balerdi. Often criticized in Marseille, Balerdi seems to have really progressed this season. Indisputable holder alongside Chancellor Mbemba, the Argentinian showed a clear rise in power. Thanks to its performance, many clubs have expressed interest in recruiting himincluding L’Atletico Madrid and the reigning European champions, theAtalanta Bergame. However, according to RMC Sport, Italian coach Roberto De Zerbi would count on him and would like to keep it. The player should extend to OM for two additional seasons.
A season to confirm
Long criticized under the Marseille jersey, Leo Balerdi finally had his breakout season. At the club since 2020, the Argentinian has just concluded a more than promising 2023-2024 financial year. Unfortunately for him, his season did not allow him to be selected for the Copa America with Argentina. However, he can still learn a lot under the Italian tactician.
With the season approaching, Balerdi has every interest in staying at Olympique de Marseille. His coach wants him and he now knows the club very well. At 25 years, he is about to take a new step with OM.
