Mercato: A “Very Big Player” Says Yes to OM!
Marseille, France – september 9, 2025, 09:36:28 CEST – Olympique de Marseille’s summer transfer window has earned high praise from midfielder Matteo Guendouzi, who specifically highlighted the arrival of Benjamin Pavard as a significant boost to the team’s ambitions. The acquisition of the experienced defender, confirmed late in the window, signals Marseille’s intent to compete on multiple fronts this season.
The late signing of Pavard, a World Cup winner with France, has generated considerable excitement among supporters and within the squad. This transfer window was critical for OM following a period of restructuring, and the addition of seasoned players like Pavard is expected to provide stability and leadership. The team will rely on this experience as thay navigate a challenging ligue 1 campaign and pursue success in the Champions League.
guendouzi, speaking on Monday Call with Raphaël Domenach, lauded the club’s overall recruitment strategy. “They made a very good transfer window.there are very good players who have arrived,experienced players. On the last day, you bring a (Benjamin) Pavard who is a very big player,” he stated.
Further elaborating in an interview with Carré, Guendouzi emphasized pavard’s potential impact.”He played at Bayern [Munich] and Inter,world champion with the French team. You talk about a guy with a lot of experience and who played Champions League games. He will help the team a lot in this competition.” Pavard’s pedigree,having featured for top European clubs and the French national team,is anticipated to be invaluable as Marseille aims to make a deep run in European competition.
