OM Demands €60 Million to Deter Juventus Pursuit of Højbjerg
MARSEILLE, FRANCE – Olympique de Marseille has effectively priced out Juventus’ potential bid for danish midfielder Pierre-Emile Højbjerg, reportedly setting a transfer fee of €60 million. The news comes as the winter transfer window looms and Juventus coach Luciano Spalletti seeks midfield reinforcements, according to The Corriere dello Sport.
Marseille underwent notable squad turnover during the summer window, with players like Chancel mbemba and Adrien Rabiot departing permanently, alongside loans for bamo Meïté, Derek Cornelius, Amine Harit, Faris moumbagna and ismaël Koné. Other departures included Simon Ngapandouetnbu, Luiz Felipe, Amar Dedić, Samuel Gigot, Pau López, Valentin Rongier, Azzedine Ounahi, Quentin Merlin, Jonathan Rowe and Luis Henrique.
Despite these changes, OM is firm in its stance regarding Højbjerg, signaling they are unwilling to sell the player this winter. The hefty €60 million price tag is expected to dissuade Juventus from further pursuing the transfer.
IN BRIEF:
* Olympique de marseille saw several players depart during the summer transfer window, including Chancel Mbemba and Adrien Rabiot.
* juventus Turin expressed interest in signing OM midfielder Pierre-Emile Højbjerg to bolster their midfield.
* OM has set a €60 million valuation for Højbjerg, effectively ending Juventus’ pursuit at this time.
