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Olympique de Marseille is making moves in the transfer market, aiming to improve their attacking options this summer.

While the French club has recently been linked to Feyenoord’s Igor Paixão, another name has emerged as a potential signing.

As the competition for attacking reinforcements intensifies, Marseille has been in talks with a key target who has also caught the attention of Premier League clubs.

As Marseille seeks to secure their spot in the upper echelons of Ligue 1, they are looking for ways to strengthen their squad.

The club, which finished second in the league last season, is working hard to bring in top-quality players to challenge for the title.

The competition for new signings is fierce, and with top clubs like Chelsea and Nottingham Forest eyeing this player, the stakes are high for Marseille.

According to Footmercato, Marseille has stepped up their pursuit of Malick Fofana, a Belgian international currently playing for Olympique Lyonnais.

The report read, “According to our latest information, Olympique de Marseille has positioned itself for the Aalst native and discussions are progressing well.”

“Seduced by the profile of the 1m69 right-footer, the last second-placed Ligue 1 player, in search of attacking reinforcements, could then make a very big move”

Fofana is highly rated in the football world, and his talent has caught the attention of several top-tier clubs.

With a contract lasting until June 2028, Lyon may have to make tough decisions about their future, especially considering their recent struggles.

The financial stability of the club will play a crucial role in determining whether they will part ways with one of their standout players.

Fofana’s value is estimated at €30 million, reflecting his impressive stats of 15 goals and 7 assists in 62 matches across all competitions.

Not only is Chelsea circling, but Nottingham Forest has also shown interest in the 1.69-meter right-footer.

However, Olympique de Marseille has now entered the race, with discussions already progressing well.

For Liverpool fans, the news is significant, as Fofana had previously been linked to the Reds.

The Premier League club could now face stiff competition, as Marseille looks to secure the signing of this talented forward.

The player’s profile fits perfectly with Marseille’s ambition, and they are clearly serious about strengthening their squad this summer.

With talks progressing, it remains to be seen whether Marseille will succeed in acquiring Fofana, or whether Liverpool will make a late push to secure his services.

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