At the dawn of the winter transfer window, Olympique de Marseille is in a delicate position. With a bloated workforce and finances to rebalance, the club absolutely must part ways with several players. However, OM does not seem ready to accept any offer, even for elements who struggle to convince on the ground.
This flop that Marseille refuses to sell off
Among the players placed on the transfer list is Lilian Brassier. Arriving with high expectations, the defender never knew how to establish himself as a key element of the team. However, OM demands no less than 11 million euros to let him leave. This is what La Provence reveals in today’s edition. An amount considered excessive by many observers, given its mixed sporting record.
Are Longoria and OM being too greedy?
Internally, this strategy raises questions. The player, lacking playing time and convincing performances, is struggling to attract offers that match Marseille’s expectations. Several clubs have reportedly expressed an interest, but negotiations systematically fail over the amount requested by Olympian management.
A risky strategy for OM
By refusing to sell Brassier, OM takes the risk of ending up with a player whose profile no longer corresponds to the needs of the team. While the winter transfer window is often conducive to rapid adjustments, the club’s inflexibility could backfire.
For now, Marseille’s position remains firm: Brassier’s departure will only be at a price deemed acceptable. It remains to be seen whether this strategy will allow OM to find a buyer or whether this choice will be perceived as a new failure in the management of its transfers.
