Even with a qualification for the next Champions League almost in pocket, Olympique de Marseille is about to live a summer of great upheavals. True to his habits, Pablo Longoria is preparing to revisit his team's framework. In Marseille, each offseason is synonymous with great cleaning, and that of 2025 will not derogate from the rule, with a massive overhaul of the workforce in perspective.
De Zerbi prints his brand: the departures accelerate
The arrival of Roberto de Zerbi on the Marseille bench marked a strategic turning point. If OM has found Europe, that is not enough to freeze the lines. According to several concordant sources, no less than 13 players could leave the club in the coming weeks. An assumed desire to model a more coherent group, cut for the requirements of the very high level. Players like Leonardo Balerdi and Valentin Rongier are on the front line, likely to be transferred in the event of a offer deemed satisfactory.
Between sports and economic imperatives
With significant wages and performances deemed irregular, some players are clearly on the hot seat. This is particularly the case of Luis Henrique, whose departure is already acted. In defense, the uncertainties surround Quentin Merlin, Bamo Meïté, Luiz Felipe, Chancel Mbemba or Derek Cornelius. All could suit their bags to free up payroll or relaunch their careers elsewhere.
Express reconstruction: by Zerbi and Longoria will change everything!
An offensive sector also affected during the transfer window
The attack is not spared by this great summer laundry. Neal Maupay and Amine Harit, losing speed in recent weeks, no longer seem to enter the plans of De Zerbi. Same observation for Jeffrey de Lange and Pol Lirola, while Amar dedic should say goodbye after a loan not renewed.
Towards a new face for OM 2025-2026
This large household is part of a logic of reconstruction. OM wishes to build a team capable of competing on the European scene while remaining competitive in Ligue 1.. This will inevitably go through targeted reinforcements, but also through strong choices. And as often in Marseille, summer promises to be burning.
