OM extends the contract of a Marseille icon!

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By: Manu Tournoux

OM extends the contract of a Marseille icon!
Olympique de Marseille will continue to display the logo of the label of JuL, the Marseille artist, as the club announced on Tuesday.

While the Olympique de Marseille transfer window is somewhat on hold while waiting for future recruits in the squad coached by Roberto De Zerbi, the club continues to be active behind the scenes. Not so much to sign staff members or footballers, but to consolidate some of its most lucrative and important partnerships.

OM announced on Tuesday the renewal of its deal with rapper JuL, whose label “D’Or et de Platine” (D&P) has been a partner and jersey sponsor of the Marseille club for two years. The Marseille artist, who never hesitates to make references to his favorite team in the lyrics of his songs.

Pablo Longoria welcomes new deal

On the Olympique de Marseille side, president Pablo Longoria welcomed the agreement reached with the author of “Tchikita” and driving force behind the “Bande Organisée” project.

“We are pleased to renew this unique collaboration with a Marseille icon who proves how attached OM is to the identity of Marseille. JuL’s support through its label allows us to consolidate the bond that unites us with our community and to continue to affirm our territorial roots.”

The rapper also welcomed the continuation of what is for him a ” dream “while being proud of
“to give hope to the youth of Marseille”.

Manu Tournoux

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Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.