“There is something signed”

This Monday, L'Equipe de Greg received Dimitri Payet by video from Brazil. The former OM player confirms that he will return to a new position!

The departure of Dimitri Payet from OM was heartbreaking for the supporters and the player who burst into tears. It was probably not a farewell but rather a goodbye since this Monday, the number 10 confirmed that he would be returning to the club in a new position.

“With Marseille, it’s very clear, there will be a comeback. There is something signed. I want to help, be useful and continue to grow OM. »

After eight years at OM, Dimitri Payet was released from his final year of contract by Pablo Longoria this summer. The 36-year-old attacking midfielder now plays for Vasco da Gama where he seems to be thriving: 'Everything is going well, I am very happy here and I will be even more happy when we have validated the maintenance. (…) Things are going well with the supporters. Vasco is a bit similar to OM, I don't feel out of place. We have passionate and numerous fans“, confided Payet in the columns of Provence.

The scar will never close

The Réunionnais spoke of his departure from OM: “ The scar will never heal. We will say that my arrival here has started the healing, but the scar will remain open. It’s a choice of direction that must be respected, that’s how it is. It wasn't planned but (…) I didn't see myself going into clashes with the club. I took it upon myself and tried to find the best possible challenge« .

The playmaker also took the opportunity to thank the Marseille supporters with whom he has built a strong relationship throughout his years: “ I wanted to thank them for all these exceptional years. Thank you for all the love, thank you also for all the hate you gave me. Thank you for celebrating me after every goal, every gesture. Thank you for allowing me to grow, for taking care of me and my family. I will be grateful to you for life« .

Under contract until 2025 with Vasco De Gama, Dimitri Payet spoke of his potential retraining within the club and claims to have an agreement with the Olympian management for a return. “ My retraining at the club is planned, normally, when I retire from sport, but not necessarily in 2025. It will be decided at the end of my career. As late as possible…“, he added.