Marseille's €50m price tag stalls Greenwood move to Turkey

Olympique de Marseille have set a €50m price tag on forward Mason Greenwood, prompting Fenerbahce executive Feridun Gecgel to travel to Marseille this week to negotiate a possible deal. The 24‑year‑old, who has completed two full Ligue 1 seasons with the French club, is expected to depart this summer.

La Provence Greenwood has already returned the keys to his house in Aix, signalling his readiness to leave. The gesture underscores the forward’s anticipation of an exit before the summer window closes.

Despite interest from Saudi Arabia, the Englishman has publicly opposed a move to the Gulf region. Reports indicate he prefers to remain in Europe, narrowing the pool of potential destinations.

L’Équipe notes that Atletico Madrid are also monitoring the situation, while AS Roma have been actively pursuing the former Manchester United striker. Both Spanish and Italian clubs see Greenwood as a valuable addition to their squads.

Marseille’s board rejected an initial €30m offer, maintaining a €50m valuation for the player. The club, referred to as Les Phocéens, has made it clear that any acceptable bid must meet that figure.

Fenerbahce’s Feridun Gecgel is expected to submit a new proposal, though insiders suggest it may fall short of Marseille’s asking price. The Turkish side remains locked in talks with their French counterparts as the deadline approaches.

The ongoing negotiations illustrate the heightened competition for English forwards in the European market this summer. With interest from clubs across France, Spain, Italy and Turkey, Greenwood’s eventual destination will reflect broader transfer dynamics.