All the old shabby history has been forgotten in the battle for the Premier League and European glory!
Tottenham have been saved and Roberto de Zerbi, who led the French giants Olympique de Marseille and Mason Greenwood until this winter, has brought the London club back from doomsday. – The Italian manager would like to bring his old star player to Tottenham and as soon as the secret negotiations with the new owners are in place, new capital is freed up for player purchases at a completely new level we have not seen from the “old” management.
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Fichajes reports with great conviction that Manchester United are willing to put €100 million on the table to get the signing of Mason Greenwood done. (A little unsure about the economy here as Manchester United has a resale clause of 50%)
Mason Greenwood has had a brilliant season for Olympique de Marseille, with 26 goals and 11 assists in all competitions. These numbers have lifted his value considerably and completely changed his status. – Not enough to welcome back to the England national team, but clearly enough for an impossible return to Old Trafford to actually be possible.
Tottenham and Manchester Unite are not there alone.
In France, it is already expected that he will disappear during the summer. Paris Saint-Germain have him on their radar, but the big move could come from England. There, Manchester United are considering putting up to €100 million on the table to bring back a player who started his career at Old Trafford.
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Greenwood explodes in Marseille
Greenwood’s experience at Marseille has confirmed what many have suspected for years: his attacking talent is top notch. The 24-year-old right winger found at the French club an ideal environment to rebuild his confidence, gain continuity and take a central role after difficult periods in his career.
His feature has been immediate and persistent. He has not only scored goals in individual games, but has been a constant threat throughout the season. Playing from the right wing, getting into the field and threatening towards the penalty area makes him a very difficult player to stop.
His 26 goals and 11 assists explain why Marseille have put his name back on the international map. Greenwood has not only delivered the star players’ numbers, but has also taken on responsibility at a prestigious club with demanding supporters and a very special competitive environment.
He has restored that feeling of being a decisive player – the same feeling he had in his early years at Manchester United. His ability to finish with both feet, his ability to decide in tight spaces and the ease with which he creates scoring chances have made him one of the biggest attractions in Ligue 1.
Manchester United are considering a historic resale
Manchester United’s interest adds a huge emotional and sporting dimension to the transfer. Greenwood left Old Trafford permanently to start a new chapter away from England, but his performances in France have reopened a debate that many thought had ended.
The English club is looking for attacking talents and needs to restore their identity in the attacking game. In this respect, Greenwood possesses qualities that are rare in the market: speed, imbalance, goalscoring flair, versatility in several positions and knowledge of the club from before.
The rumored amount is impressive. United could go as high as €100 million to try and convince Marseille – a sum that would make the deal one of the most sensational this summer.
For the French club, a sale of Greenwood for that amount would mean an extraordinary capital gain. However, the transfer also has significant financial implications due to deals made when he left Manchester. United still has relevant rights in the event of a future sale.
Nevertheless, the move would have a major impact. Bringing back a player developed at Carrington for such a high sum would be a decision with maximum sporting, financial and media risk.
PSG is still in the game
PSG are also watching very closely. The Parisian club has been looking for attackers who can make a difference in one-on-one situations, and Greenwood fits that profile. His season at Marseille has not gone unnoticed by Luis Enrique, who values players with the talent to create imbalances from different offensive areas.
The option to stay in France can also appeal to the player. He already knows the league, has adapted to the competition and has shown that he can perform consistently. Swapping Marseille for Paris would mean a competitive step up without leaving a football environment he already masters.
The problem is that Marseille will not strengthen their fiercest rival without a fight. A sale to PSG would have a very delicate emotional component for the Marseille supporters, which could complicate the deal even if the financial offer is significant.
Manchester United appears to be the strongest option
Therefore, Manchester United currently appears to be a more powerful option. They have financial strength, a historical connection to the player – and a sporting need.
Meanwhile, Greenwood is preparing for a crucial summer. His stay at Marseille could end much earlier than expected – but after a season that has brought his name back into the limelight in European football.
United and PSG are already in contention, and the price could approach what you would expect from a real star player. “A transfer will create shockwaves off the pitch as well, especially in the media who will make big headlines about the morality of bringing him back to England despite being acquitted several years ago.
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