But where did Luiz Felipe go? Arrived during the last winter transfer window to strengthen the defense of Olympique de Marseille, he has not, for the moment, not met expectations, chaining the physical seeds which prevented him from playing his role. The 28 -year -old central defender saw his arrival at OM, from Al Ittihad, as a risky bet.
After several months marked by physical concerns in Saudi Pro League, OM hoped to get it back quickly. But the return to the field was much more difficult than expected. Indeed, since his arrival in January, Luiz Felipe has only played 75 minutes in Ligue 1 (12 minutes against Nantes and 63 against PSG) and 45 minutes with the National 3 reserve. Even an internship in Rome with the team was not enough to solve its form problems.
A problem with the eye
Before the meeting against Brest, Roberto de Zerbi revealed that he could probably not count on him, this time because of a problem to the eye. “Luiz Felipe, it's been two weeks since he returned, but he had a problem with the eye this week. So, I don't know if he will be there on Sunday, he's unlucky this year “said the Marseille coach.
Under contract until 2026, the defender has not yet proven his value. As the next summer transfer window approaches, OM could decide to separate from it if its situation does not improve. Pablo Longoria, known for his requirement, will not hesitate to make strong choices concerning a player whose yield is not up to expectations.
It remains to be seen, if the player will be able to relaunch the machine before the end of the season, the Italian international has awaited for 45 minutes last week with the pro 2 against Cannet Rocheville (3-1). Case to follow.
