Ten million euro transfer: could OM let a key player go?

With the summer transfer window now in full swing, Olympique de Marseille finds itself under immense pressure. The club, already struggling with last season’s disastrous European campaign, now faces a stark ultimatum from European football’s governing body. Failure to reduce its wage bill could see Marseille barred from next season’s continental competitions entirely.

Under the guidance of newly appointed sporting director Grégory Lorenzi, Marseille must act decisively. The club’s financial health now hinges on clearing out high-earning contracts before the deadline. The urgency escalated after UEFA’s latest compliance warning, leaving no room for hesitation.

Greenwood’s future hangs in the balance

Mason Greenwood has dominated headlines as the club’s most high-profile departure candidate. The 24-year-old winger, Marseille’s top scorer over the past two seasons, has drawn interest from multiple European clubs. Fenerbahçe and AS Roma top the list, with Italian media reporting advanced talks with the latter. However, recent reports suggest tensions have flared after Roma allegedly approached Greenwood directly without first contacting Marseille—a move that has left officials in Marseille fuming.

Højbjerg emerges as the next candidate for a move

While Greenwood’s situation remains unresolved, another star could soon be on his way out. According to insider reports, Atalanta Bergamo has set its sights on Pierre-Emile Højbjerg. The Danish international appears to be a priority for Atalanta’s new sporting director, Cristiano Giuntoli, who previously attempted to sign him while at Juventus. Marseille seems ready to entertain offers, with a minimum asking price of €10 million already on the table. The club’s willingness to let Højbjerg leave suggests it is prioritizing financial stability over retaining its current squad.