Last summer, Chancel Mbemba was dismissed from the first team of Olympique de Marseille. Since then, the Congolese central defender has not played the slightest second under the colors of the Marseille club.
Arrived at the end of his contract on June 30the native of Kinshasa will now be able to find a new employer.
“All the stories find their conclusion, and sometimes it is not the one we had imagined. These three seasons with Olympique de Marseille will remain engraved in my memory, and I will remember the best: the electrifying atmosphere of the velodrome, exceptional supporters and a city that vibrates to the rhythm of the matches “, he wrote on social networks.
And Chancel Mbemba to continue: “I would like to thank the president who offered me the opportunity to join this great adventure, as well as the entire staff, the staff of the Commandery and my teammates with whom I shared these years rich in emotion. A particular thank you to all those who supported and encouraged me during this last difficult season: to the street supporters, always ready to share a word of encouragement, and to the Congolese people whose unshakable support carried me in difficult times. It is time to close this chapter to fly to new destinations. Thank you for everything, Marseille Bébé! ».
Mbemba, a white season to finish at OM
During the previous summer transfer window, the 30 -year -old had refused several offers deemed satisfactory by OM leaders. In particular proposals that would have allowed him to double his salary. Pablo Longoria and Mehdi Benatia had been quite irritated by this behavior.
Arrived in the Marseille city in July 2022, coming from FC Porto, Chancel Mbemba had won
The Marc-Vivien Foé Prize From his first season in the French championship. He rewards the best African player playing in Ligue 1.
