In the wake of failing to qualify for the Champions League, Olympique de Marseille is facing the necessity of offloading key assets, including Mason Greenwood. While AS Roma has shown significant interest in the English forward, Fenerbahçe is currently positioning itself at the forefront of the negotiations. A revised offer from the Turkish club is anticipated in the coming days.
A strategic sale for Marseille
The departure of Mason Greenwood from Olympique de Marseille during this summer transfer window appears inevitable. As the player with the highest market value in the squad, his sale is crucial for the club to stabilize its financial situation. Potential destinations include AS Roma, Atlético Madrid, Fenerbahçe, and Al-Hilal. However, the management in Marseille is not prepared to undervalue the player, particularly since Manchester United holds a clause to receive 40% of any future transfer fee.
Fenerbahçe prepares a new offensive
Initial attempts by Fenerbahçe included a 35 million euro bid, which was promptly declined by Olympique de Marseille. This setback has not deterred the Istanbul-based club, which is expected to return with a more lucrative proposal before the end of the month. Marseille is eager to reach an agreement quickly, as financial regulators have requested additional documentation regarding the club’s accounts. Meanwhile, AS Roma remains in the background, still hoping to secure the attacker.
Determining the right price for Greenwood
The final valuation of the transfer remains a subject of debate as time runs out. While some observers suggest that Mason Greenwood‘s value might have dipped following a less consistent end to the season, others argue that a player capable of scoring twenty goals a year in Ligue 1 is worth far more than the figures currently being discussed. Proposals around 50 million euros have been mentioned, and a specific clause could see the asking price rise to 60 million euros starting July 1st. Olympique de Marseille may find it beneficial to wait for the right buyer to meet these higher financial expectations.