A former Marseille player returning to Ligue 1?

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By: Nicolas Gerbault

A former Marseille player returning to Ligue 1?

After a failed exile in Mexico and a tasteless Italian adventure, Florian Thauvin would consider returning to Ligue 1.

Returned to Europe after a failed stint in Mexico with the UANL Tigres, Florian Thauvin seems light years away from the player he was when he was in the heyday of OM. At theUdinesethe 2018 world champion must be content with a substitute role, he was only entitled to 27 minutes of play combined over the last three matches of the 17th in Serie A.

Thauvin wants to return to Ligue 1

As explained Foot Mercato this Tuesday, the former Marseillais would like to make his return to Ligue 1 fairly quickly. Aware that he will have difficulty imposing himself in Udinese’s 3-5-2, the 30-year-old says he is physically fit, having missed almost an entire season due to a neck injury. ankle when he played for OM. The right winger also says he is ready to make a salary effort to return to France, which could open doors for him.

A return to the Marseille city had been mentioned but neither the playing system imposed by Gennaro Gattuso, nor the club’s finances would be favorable to a return of the former number 26, author of 86 goals in the sky and white jersey. It remains to be seen whether a French club will be ready to bank on the experience of Thauvin, who is no longer the same player as a few years ago but who could be a good pick this winter. The Orléans native would also consider a move to the Bundesliga if Ligue 1 does not want him.

Nicolas Gerbault

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Nicolas Gerbault

Nicolas Gerbault is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Nicolas discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Nicolas enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.