The Olympique de Marseille made a positive friendly match in Tarragona against Valencia CF, finishing on a 1-1 draw. Despite a first half when OM showed good intentions, Valencia took advantage with a quick counterattack. The Marseille team reacted in the second period with a goal from Jonathan Rowe, but failed to take advantage despite several opportunities. Coach Roberto De Zerbi put forward the commitment and depth of the bench as positive points of this preparation.

The Phocean club is actively involved in the summer mercato. OM made an offer of €15 million for Ukraine’s young central defender Taras Mykhaykvo, facing competition from Porto and Dynamo Kiev. At the same time, the club contacted Monaco to inquire about Saimon Bouabré, a promising offensive environment, but must face the interest of Neom SC. OM continues its strategy of rejuvenating the workforce by targeting European talent.

Finally, OM is about to welcome two important offensive reinforcements: the Gabonese striker Pierre-Emérik Aubameyang, who arrived free of any contract, and the Brazilian left winger Igor Paixão, player of the Feyenoord Rotterdam. These two arrivals, which will be the fourth and fifth recruits of the summer, aim to reinforce the team’s attack for the coming season and ensure a European qualification. The club also continues to work on other issues, including midfield, to complement its staff.