Valentin Rongier’s future at the Olympique de Marseille is currently uncertain, despite his current contract until 2026. Extension negotiations have failed, fuelling internal tensions and intense controversy over his contractual situation. Journalist Daniel Riolo expressed his disappointment at the management of this situation by the Marseille management, pointing out that the club seems to want him to leave the club. In particular, he mentioned a refusal by Rongier concerning an offer of an extension amounting to 330,000 euros gross monthly, considered insufficient given his role and seniority at the club.

Riolo also criticized the incoherence of pay among the Marseilles, pointing to the fact that key players such as Rodnier, an iconic captain, are less well paid than others. He compared the situation with Ismaël Bennacer, whose loan might not be renewed, and Geoffrey Kondogbia, whose salary conditions had already been criticized. These wage disparities exacerbate tensions within the club, which aspires to stability under the direction of Roberto De Zerbi.

The prospect of Valentin Rongier’s departure in the coming months, without any real desire to retain him by the club, arouses internal malaise and raises serious questions about the sports and wage policy of Olympique de Marseille. This situation could leave negative traces in the locker room and reinforce a sense of lack of recognition for historical players. Unless there is a change in circumstances, Rongier could leave the club, leaving a doubt about the future of OM’s recruitment and remuneration policy.