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Mason Greenwood Learns Marseille's Transfer Stance as Man United Face Clause Decision

Marseille president Pablo Longoria sought personal advice from his mother before signing Mason Greenwood, who has scored 33 goals in 54 appearances since joining in 2024.

  • On Jan 26, 2026, Marseille president Pablo Longoria revealed he consulted his mother before approving Mason Greenwood's permanent signing from Manchester United after a loan at Getafe.
  • Club officials say the move followed careful analysis and due diligence, with Olympique de Marseille viewing the signing as a major market opportunity despite public critics.
  • Club president Pablo Longoria praised Greenwood's defensive effort and personal development, calling Mason Greenwood `a good kid, seriously` while expressing pride in his performances.
  • A 20 per cent clause could redirect profits away from Olympique de Marseille, as Manchester United hold it and Getafe put the clause on the market, while Real Madrid's �87m interest could yield United a windfall.
  • Debate over Greenwood's wider footballing future continues as his ongoing contributions at Olympique de Marseille keep the controversy current amid criticism from the Mayor of Marseille and club supporters.
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I asked my mum before signing Mason Greenwood, reveals Marseille president

MARSEILLE chief Pablo Longoria has revealed that he consulted his mum over whether to sign Mason Greenwood. The French giants signed the...

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Pablo Longoria: "I Asked My Mother if It Was Right to Book Mason greenwood."

Mason Greenwood (Bradford, 2001) is not only the 'freeze player' of the Marseille Olympian. He is also the 'Pichichi' of the Ligue 1 with 12 goals, one more than Joaquín Panichelli (11).

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Mason Greenwood learns Marseille's transfer stance as Man United face clause decision

Manchester United are set for a transfer windfall involving Mason Greenwood if a move from Marseille does materialise in the future

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"I Called My Mother": Longoria Justifies the Controversial Arrival of Greenwood in Marseilles

Forgot by Manchester United after accusations of domestic violence, English striker Mason Greenwood was recruited by the Marseille Olympique in July 2024.

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Marseille chief opens up on Mason Greenwood transfer after turning to mum for advice - The Mirror

Mason Greenwood joined Marseille from Manchester United in 2024 and the French club’s president has opened on the controversial decision to move for the forward

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Marseille president asked his mum before signing Mason Greenwood from Man United

Marseille president Pablo Longoria has revealed that he checked with his own mother before approving the signing of Mason Greenwood.

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SOFOOT.com broke the news in on Monday, January 26, 2026.
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