The Olympique de Marseille continues its summer mercato with the aim of strengthening its right corridor, and Sacha Boey, the Bayern Munich player, is a closely followed profile. The Phocéan club is looking for a side that can compete with Amir Murillo and offer a backup solution, potentially in addition to Mason Greenwood, which could evolve in a hybrid role. Interest in Boey is supported, but the operation could be hampered by Bayern Munich’s position, which does not wish to give up part of the EUR 30 million investment committed during winter mercato. Despite this, Boey would be in favour of a return to France, attracted by the OM’s challenge, including his participation in the Champions League.

At the same time, OM does not intend to separate itself from its Argentine central defender, Leonardo Balerdi, despite rumours of a potential transfer to the Juventus. According to Fabrizio Romano, OM has a clear strategy to keep Balerdi this summer. The Balerdi dossier is independent of the ongoing discussions with the Juventus concerning Timothy Weah, since the Turin club did not include Balerdi’s name in their exchanges. This information contradicts recent statements by some Italian media that suggested a possible exchange between Weah and Balerdi to satisfy the new Juventus coach, Igor Tudor.

Leonardo Balerdi’s situation now seems to be stabilized, and the Argentinian should start the season well with the Olympique de Marseille. However, OM will have to be economically persuasive in order to convince Bayern Munich to divest Boey, potentially by offering a formula with option of purchase. The success of this operation will depend on the club’s ability to demonstrate its interest and offer an attractive financial offer for the player, while taking into account his personal aspirations and his desire to play in League 1.