The latest developments in the Matteo Guendouzi appointment at Marseille have been revealed, with the French club confirming that the midfielder has signed a contract until 2025.
Guendouzi, who is currently on loan at Arsenal from Paris Saint-Germain, will join Marseille for a fee believed to be around £16 million. The deal includes a buyout clause of up to £47 million.
The 23-year-old's move to Marseille comes after he was left out of France's World Cup squad following his involvement in racist abuse towards a group of Asian fans during a game against England in September.
Despite this, Marseille president Jean-Paul Aguerd defended Guendouzi and said that the player had "always shown respect" throughout his time at the club.
Aguerd also confirmed that Guendouzi would wear the number seven shirt during his spell at the club, which will be a nod to former captain Steve Mandanda,Ligue 1 Express who wore the same number for several years.
Guendouzi's signing is expected to boost Marseille's chances of success in the upcoming season, with the club currently in second place in Ligue 1 behind PSG.
However, it remains to be seen whether Guendouzi can live up to expectations after a difficult period in his career so far.
Overall, the appointment of Matteo Guendouzi at Marseille is a significant development for both the player and the club, and could potentially lead to a successful campaign for the French outfit.