Saving OM from Drowning
Olympique de Marseille is sinking further into crisis with only 1 victory in the last 6 matches, along with 1 draw and 4 losses in Ligue 1. A disappointing situation for a club that had high ambitions after making significant investments in the last summer transfer window. However, the Olympian direction is not willing to give up and plans to react this winter. With the long absence of Valentin Rongier, a midfielder is being targeted to strengthen the squad according to RMC Sport. Another arrival is also being sought based on Gattuso’s requests and the departure of the internationals concerned with the CAN. Adjustments will also be made based on departures. It also remains to be seen what the future holds for Pablo Longoria and his involvement. According to La Provence, the Marseille president has taken a step back since the heated meeting with the supporters’ groups. “He is here, but he is no longer here,” a source within the club even said. However, according to our information, the truth is quite different, and the strongman of OM is working harder than ever behind the scenes to turn the Gattuso team around and ensure that the Phocaean club reaches its Champions League objective at the end of the season. The arrival of Medhi Benatia, after the departure of Javier Ribalta, will allow Longoria to delegate and rely on a strong figure to manage the sports side.
Henry Defends Cherki
In difficulty at Olympique Lyonnais but performing well with the French U21 team, Rayan Cherki is experiencing a rather unique start to the season. When asked about his player’s situation at a press conference, the coach of the U21 team was quite clear: if the Lyon player is not decisive for the Rhône club, he is for his national team, and that is what matters. “With us, he has been good, even very good. Often involved in the actions, in the goals. Occasionally, he forgets to cover. Sometimes, he does it very well. He also presses. So, in that respect, I really have nothing to say. So, what is happening at Lyon, it’s really difficult for me to talk about. With all due respect, I know how it goes when you’re a coach in this kind of situation,” said the coach of the U21 team.
Today’s Officials
Bayern Munich has just recruited a young talent playing in Australia. This is Nestory Irankunda, who plays for Adelaide United. The 17-year-old player will arrive in Bavaria on July 1st, 2024, and sign a long-term contract. After an experience in Qatar at Al Duhail, Hernan Crespo bounces back in the United Arab Emirates at Al-Ain. The Argentinian is thus taking on his sixth challenge in his coaching career. (Marcelino) left Olympique de Marseille less than two months after arriving in La Canebière and bounces back in La Liga with a club he knows well. Unsurprisingly, he has been chosen by Villarreal to succeed Pacheta. He has signed a contract until 2026!
