Despite an initial loan expectation with option to purchase in Montpellier, the operation concerning Soumaila Traoré, the young midfielder of the Olympique de Marseille, finally failed. This unexpected turnaround opens up new prospects for the player trained in Marseille, who is not expected to join Roberto De Zerbi this season. Recent information indicates that an agreement is under way with the club of Versailles, resident of the National Championship, for a new loan with option of purchase. This destination represents a return to the sources for the defensive environment, having already had a positive experience in the capital of the Yvelines in the second part of the previous season.

Traoré’s passage to Versailles was considered to be very beneficial, allowing him to fight 13 meetings and demonstrate a notable regularity and maturity in the interplay. This performance prompted the versatile club to revive this track, with the aim of securing its services in the medium term. At Olympique de Marseille, this option is privileged to offer Traoré playing time in a familiar environment, while keeping an eye on its evolution. OM does not close the door to a possible progression of the player elsewhere, while hoping that he will gain in experience.

This development is in keeping with the policy of Olympique de Marseille, which favours the development of its young talents. For Soumaïla Traoré, this new opportunity in Versailles could prove decisive to revive her career after a particularly frustrating injury. The summer mercato continues to make the Marseille training centre vibrate, with several young players seeking to take a professional course and to flourish in a context conducive to their development.