What if La Pioche set down its suitcases on the Canebière? This Friday, on the eve of an expected clash between Olympique de Marseille and Lille, Valentin Rongier made a statement which could ignite the imagination of supporters. Questioned at a press conference, the former OM captain spoke about the Paul Pogba rumor, whose name has been circulating insistently for several weeks. And his response is intriguing.
Rongier, his assumed call to Pogba
When a journalist asked his opinion on a possible arrival of the Juventus midfielder, Rongier did not procrastinate: “Pogba? We know his quality, if he comes, it will be something. » A short but meaningful sentence, where the Marseille community seems to both salute the qualities of the 2018 world champion and invite him to join the Marseille adventure.
This outing could surprise, especially because Pogba and Rongier play in similar areas on the pitch. However, far from seeing it as a threat, Rongier chooses to highlight the collective interest. An elegance that does not go unnoticed, especially in a football often marked by internal rivalries.
Rongier extends his hand to Pogba
A message appreciated by supporters, but risky internally?
If OM supporters do not hide their enthusiasm at the idea of seeing Pogba don the white jersey, this declaration could however raise some teeth in high places. Pablo Longoria and Mehdi Benatia, at the head of recruitment, may not appreciate that a player on the squad speaks publicly on such a delicate issue. Especially since Pogba, although talented, represents a risky bet, given his recent injuries and his extra-sporting troubles.
But for fans, this declaration fuels the dream a little more. After all, OM, author of an exceptional start to the season, has established itself as a serious contender for the Ligue 1 title, hot on the heels of a sometimes faltering PSG. The arrival of a player of Pogba’s caliber could well give new impetus to Marseille’s ambitions.
Pogba at OM: dream or reality?
For the moment, nothing has been done. Pogba has not yet decided on his future, and Patrice Evra’s denials were not enough to extinguish the Marseille rumor. Rongier, in any case, did his part: reaching out to the French international and reminding us that OM has the arguments to attract the biggest players. It now remains to be seen whether this position will be followed up, or if it will remain a simple episode in a saga which continues to captivate Olympian supporters.
