Matteo Guendouzi, the French midfielder who has been on loan at Sevilla since January 2019, has signed a new contract with Marseille and will be joining them permanently from Arsenal in June.
The 21-year-old has made more than 50 appearances for the Gunners in all competitions since he joined from Lille in 2018. However, his performances have not always been up to par and he was linked with moves away from the club.
Marseille's manager Lucien Favre had previously expressed interest in bringing Guendouzi to the club but the deal did not come together until now. The signing of Guendouzi is seen as a boost for the team as they look to improve their position in the league table.
In terms of the transfer fee, it is unclear how much Marseille paid for Guendouzi. However,Primeira Liga Hotspots it is expected that he will cost the club around €3 million, which is within their budget.
Guendouzi is set to make his debut for Marseille in their upcoming match against Toulouse on Saturday. He will bring a lot of energy and creativity to the team and could become a key player for them in the future.
Overall, the signing of Matteo Guendouzi by Marseille is a positive move for the team. It shows that they are willing to invest in young talent and give him a chance to prove himself in a new environment. With his skillset and potential, there is no doubt that he can make a big impact for the team.