According to L'Equipe, Darryl Bakola has a high chance of leaving Marseille during the winter transfer window. The player has reportedly decided to leave the club because he is frustrated by his use. Darryl Bakola's entourage reportedly did not respond to Marseille's contract extension offer. The club's management is open to a departure for the player, who is followed by many European clubs. The transfer amount is set between 15 and 20 million euros.

Darryl Bakola, an 18-year-old French attacking midfielder and France U20 international, is being courted. His contract with the French club runs until 2027, and he has not made any first-team appearances in Ligue 1 this season. Olympique de Marseille values Bakola between 15 and 20 million euros and does not exclude a sale as early as January as part of a sporting and financial rebalancing. He has been linked with several clubs, including Arsenal, Chelsea, and Newcastle United. Transfermarkt estimates his current market value to be €4.00m.