In search of a left back to replace Renan Lodi, OM are reportedly close to an agreement with Rennais Adrien Truffert.
After an average first part of the season concluded with a good series, theOlympic Marseille has started a second part of the season which will be busy with the championship, the Coupe de France and the Europa League play-offs. The first trap was avoided with a narrow victory (1-0) against Thionville. This Friday, the Olympians return to Ligue 1 with a trip to Strasbourg which could allow them to temporarily return to three points off the podium.
A French international nearby
At the same time, the Olympian management is working to strengthen its squad, Gennaro Gattuso having identified the needs of his team, namely a midfielder and a left back. In midfield, Jean Onana arrived in Marseille in the form of a loan, but Renan Lodi is still the only professional left back in Marseille. According to information from RMC SportOM would be close to an agreement with Stade Rennais for a transfer ofAdrien Truffert (22 years old).
❗️ Alongside the Josh Doig track, OM is very interested in Adrien Truffert pic.twitter.com/3YuTDDyl3k
— Fabrice Hawkins (@FabriceHawkins) January 12, 2024
Although he extended last summer until 2026, the French international (selection in September 2022) could be one of the big shots for the Riviera club this winter, he would allow Lodi to breathe and offer Gattuso has more options for his defense. At the same time, he continues to discuss with Hellas Verona for Josh Doig, also a versatile left back.