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Hungry for sport, he grew up to the sound of Formula 1 engines and the exploits of Ronaldinho. Today, with a Master’s degree in sports journalism, he no longer misses an F1 Grand Prix or a PSG match, his two passions and specialties.
Appointed sports advisor to OM last season, Medhi Benatia is however not an employee of the Marseille club, like Luis Campos at PSG. A situation which could well evolve soon since the former Moroccan international should soon be appointed sporting director of OM. He himself confirmed it.
Sports advisor of theABOUT since last season, Medhi Benatia, who compensated for the departure of Javier Ribaltahas impressed since his appointment and seems to be unanimous. However, the former central defender of the Juventus is not an employee of the Marseille club. Like Luis Campos with the PSG, Medhi Benatia is employed through his company.
Benatia confirms her next signing
However, the situation could soon change since for several days information has been circulating concerning his signing as sports director so that he will be an employee of OM. Questioned on the microphone ofAfter Foot on RMC, Medhi Benatia has also confirmed the trend. “ It’s coming soon. I want to continue to help this club. No matter the contract, no matter the function. As long as I can help, I will help the club “, he promised.
Longoria also sold the lock
Wednesday morning, Pablo Longoria also confirmed that Medhi Benatia was close to becoming a sports director. “ There are still a few small details to iron out, but I’m not worried. We hope to finalize all negotiations quickly, as everyone is on the same page. Ensuring this stability is essential for us, and Medhi Benatia is, in my eyes, one of the best young managers in European football today. Although he is officially a consultant, he has all the assets to become, and continue to be, one of the best in sports management. Medhi is a very attentive person, who seeks to improve every day. He regularly asks for advice to resolve different situations, because he knows he is still adapting to his role, which is very different from the one he occupied as a player », affirmed the president of theABOUT at a press conference.
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