The Olympique de Marseille is about to welcome a new major offensive reinforcement. According to information provided by the Italian media Calcio Mercato, an agreement is about to be reached between OM and Juventus concerning the transfer of Timothy Weah, the 24-year-old American international winger. The proposed transaction would take the form of a loan with a mandatory purchase option of EUR 15 million, a sound financial strategy that would enable OM to strengthen its workforce without immediately committing considerable sums. This approach is characteristic of the strategy of sports director Medhi Benatia, who has been particularly active since the beginning of the transfer period.

The finalisation of this transfer is largely due to the personal involvement of Roberto De Zerbi, OM coach. The Italian coach actively participated in the negotiations and would have played a decisive role in Weah’s desire to join the Phocean city. Attracted by De Zerbi’s ambitious sports project and clear tactical plan, Timothy Weah agreed to a return to Ligue 1, where he had already demonstrated his talent with the LOSC. This signature is therefore an important first offensive blow for OM during this summer mercato.

Timothy Weah, a versatile and explosive player, will be able to evolve both as a wingman and on the right, thus offering a great tactical flexibility to De Zerbi’s game system. His profile promises to be a valuable weapon for OM, able to boost the attack and provide an additional offensive solution. This recruit is part of a strategy to strengthen the team, aimed at improving OM’s competitiveness and achieving its sporting objectives for the coming season.