The Olympique de Marseille starts its sports season on a difficult note, after a summer marked by clear ambitions in Ligue 1. The initial defeat against Rennes, 0-1, triggered an internal tension that degenerated into an altercation between Jonathan Rowe and Adrien Rabiot. Following this incident, the Marseille management made a firm decision: the two players were removed from the professional group and placed on the transfer list. This measure, announced by RMC, aims to quickly clarify their contractual situation and maintain discipline within the team.

Jonathan Rowe’s situation is particularly interesting, given his potential and recent success at Euro Espoirs, where he scored in the final against Germany. The English striker has attracted interest from Italian clubs such as Bologna and AS Rome, which will have to match the €20 million price set by OM to attach its services. For Adrien Rabiot, the situation is different. Although initially an important part of the club’s project, OM decided to set its price at EUR 15 million at one year after the end of its contract. This decision is seen as a way to sanction the player while ensuring a potential return on investment.

OM management has clearly shown its willingness not to lure its players. This firm policy applies to Rowe and Rabiot, who will not leave the club this summer if the offers received do not match the amounts set. This decision, taken in a context already tensed by the initial defeat and internal difficulties, demonstrates the club’s willingness to avoid any ambiguity. Now it is up to the clubs concerned to make their proposals, respecting the prices demanded by OM.