Mason Greenwood has reportedly asked for time to mull over a transfer from Manchester United to Marseille after generating a fan backlash.
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Forward impressed on loan at GetafeLinked with clubs across EuropeMulling over possible move to FranceGettyWHAT HAPPENED?
The 22-year-old forward is expected to sever ties with the Red Devils this summer after enjoying a productive loan spell at Getafe in 2023-24 that saw him win their Player of the Season award. Clubs from across Europe have been credited with interest.
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Ligue 1 giants Marseille appeared to be leading that chase, with former Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi green lighting a deal for his new employers in France, but disgruntled supporters have launched an online #GreenwoodNotWelcome campaign.
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The major of Marseille has also spoken out against a move for a man that saw charges of attempted rape, assault and coercive and controlling behaviour dropped in February 2023. Benoit Payan has said, amid talk of a €32 million (£27m/$35m) deal being agreed: “Greenwood’s behaviour is unspeakable, unacceptable.”
WHAT NEXT?
According to , Greenwood has “asked for time, shaken by the revolt staged by the Marseille ultras and by the diktat of the mayor of Marseille”. A decision is expected to be made shortly, with the one-cap England international eager to know where he stands heading into the 2024-25 campaign as pre-season begins.