Olympique de Marseille recorded the arrival of Cameroonian midfielder Jean Onana. The reasons for this transfer have been revealed.
“ I am Marseille at heart! “. Jean Onana did not go out of his way to reveal the reasons for his arrival at Olympique de Marseille. Loaned by Besiktas Istanbul, the Cameroonian international midfielder proclaimed his attachment to the Marseille club during his official presentation this Thursday.
“I had a phone call, we talked about the project. I did not think. I haven’t played in a long time. I took care of myself and I will be fit if the coach needs me,” explained OM’s winter reinforcement. Many Cameroonian players have passed through OM: Nkoulou, Mbia, Zambo Anguissa… They inspired me. Our ambitions? Gave everything for the jersey and qualify for the Champions League. »
“With the coach, from the first meeting, it went well”
“ I’ve looked at a lot of clubs but sometimes things don’t go as planned. I’m in the right club to stabilize myself, Onana continued. All Africans are, basically, supporters of OM. Mbia or Zambo Anguissa gave us the love of OM. With the coach, from the first meeting, things went well. He motivated me. The teammates, things are going well, Kondogbia, Veretout are close to me, there is a good atmosphere“.
Detailing his profile and his qualities, Jean Onana announces his ambitions. “ I have this versatility of being able to play defensive midfielder or relay player. I can also play in central defense, I played in a 3-man defense. I am available to the coach. Where do I feel best? In the field. Mentally, I’m good. I switched, I am focused on OM and I want to give everything to achieve our goals. I am focused on OM. The past is the past. I didn’t think much to make my decision. I spoke with Mbia and Zambo Anguissa. They told me that the atmosphere is good and that it suits me. I’ve played here before. I know the reception that the public can give to the opponents and to their team.”
