Marseille's general director, Alessandro Antonello, commented on the club's interest in Krasnodar captain Eduard Spertsyan. Antonello stated that the club's transfer market is currently inactive, awaiting the arrival of a new sporting director and coach, and also said that it is premature to assume that negotiations have already begun.

Eduard Spertsyan commented on interest from Marseille, stating he is unaware of it and that it is the first he has heard of it. He also mentioned re-signing a contract last season that was not announced. The player's contract with Krasnodar expires in 2029.

The French club Marseille is interested in signing Eduard Spertsyan, a 25-year-old Armenian and Russian midfielder and captain of Krasnodar, which he joined in July 2021. Marseille is seeking to reinforce its main team during the summer transfer window and has placed the player on its list of potential targets. The Armenian international has 40 caps and 11 goals for his country. Spertsyan's contract with Krasnodar is due to expire in 2029. The portal Transfermarkt assesses his market value at €25 million. Other clubs, including Southampton, have also been associated with the player.