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Igor Paixão leaving Olympique Marseille?
Igor Paixao stated that he does not rule out a transfer in the coming months, particularly during the next summer transfer window. Paixao said he does not know if he could leave in January as he considers it difficult because squads are already formed, adding that it is more likely he will leave next summer. He also said he is willing to lower his salary and then increase it in the future to assist the club financially.
Igor Paixao stated that he does not rule out a transfer in the coming months, particularly during the next summer transfer window. Paixao said he does not know if he could leave in January as he considers it difficult because squads are already formed, adding that it is more likely he will leave next summer. He also said he is willing to lower his salary and then increase it in the future to assist the club financially.
According to Kevin Diaz, Marseille decided to keep Igor Paixão and refused an offer of 35 million euros for him this summer. Diaz also reported that the player was informed that he is a leader, that the club retained him, and that they had refused 35 million so he could assist the club in achieving at least its minimum objectives.
According to Kevin Diaz, Marseille decided to keep Igor Paixão and refused an offer of 35 million euros for him this summer. Diaz also reported that the player was informed that he is a leader, that the club retained him, and that they had refused 35 million so he could assist the club in achieving at least its minimum objectives.
A report from Globo.com states that Olympique de Marseille forward Igor Paixão declined an invitation to represent Benin's national team because he still hopes to play for Brazil. The report is based on contact with Paixão's father and notes that the player was born in a quilombola region in Amapá.
A report from Globo.com states that Olympique de Marseille forward Igor Paixão declined an invitation to represent Benin's national team because he still hopes to play for Brazil. The report is based on contact with Paixão's father and notes that the player was born in a quilombola region in Amapá.
Igor Paixão has publicly indicated he is open to a departure.
Igor Paixão has publicly indicated he is open to a departure.
Igor Paixão, who was the subject of many transfer rumors linking him to England, stated that playing in the Premier League is a dream for him. He said they will have a good season so that other clubs might come next time, and they can consider taking a bigger step. He added that any move must be good for him and for the club. No concrete offer is mentioned.
Igor Paixão, who was the subject of many transfer rumors linking him to England, stated that playing in the Premier League is a dream for him. He said they will have a good season so that other clubs might come next time, and they can consider taking a bigger step. He added that any move must be good for him and for the club. No concrete offer is mentioned.
It was announced that Igor Paixao is on the departure list. He is not included in the squad for the match against Monaco.
It was announced that Igor Paixao is on the departure list. He is not included in the squad for the match against Monaco.
Unique Sports Group, mandated by Olympique de Marseille owner Frank McCourt, has promised to bring proposals of a greater value for Igor Paixão from other Premier League clubs.
Unique Sports Group, mandated by Olympique de Marseille owner Frank McCourt, has promised to bring proposals of a greater value for Igor Paixão from other Premier League clubs.
According to La Provence, Olympique de Marseille has set its asking price for Igor Paixão at approximately 40 million euros. At this stage, the club has not received any offers for the player. Bruno Genesio wishes to keep both attackers. Olympique de Marseille is being monitored by UEFA and the DNCG and needs to find liquidity. The failed departures of Nayef Aguerd and Pierre-Émile Højbjerg have disrupted the club's plans.
According to La Provence, Olympique de Marseille has set its asking price for Igor Paixão at approximately 40 million euros. At this stage, the club has not received any offers for the player. Bruno Genesio wishes to keep both attackers. Olympique de Marseille is being monitored by UEFA and the DNCG and needs to find liquidity. The failed departures of Nayef Aguerd and Pierre-Émile Højbjerg have disrupted the club's plans.
Olympique Marseille anticipates a bid for Igor Paixão from a club in Saudi Arabia before the transfer window closes. The specific club involved is not yet known.
Olympique Marseille anticipates a bid for Igor Paixão from a club in Saudi Arabia before the transfer window closes. The specific club involved is not yet known.
According to Foot Mercato, Igor Paixão is concerned by Olympique de Marseille's willingness to sell its best players for financial reasons. The player does not plan to leave the club unless he is presented with an interesting project. He enjoys working with the new coach, Bruno Genesio, who plans to give him significant responsibilities. Olympique de Marseille is asking for 50 million euros to release Igor Paixão.
According to Foot Mercato, Igor Paixão is concerned by Olympique de Marseille's willingness to sell its best players for financial reasons. The player does not plan to leave the club unless he is presented with an interesting project. He enjoys working with the new coach, Bruno Genesio, who plans to give him significant responsibilities. Olympique de Marseille is asking for 50 million euros to release Igor Paixão.
Bruno Genesio stated that as a coach, he naturally wants to keep his good players from a sporting perspective. He said he would be very happy to have Igor, Amine, and all the quality players in the squad available. Genesio added that the financial aspect is not his responsibility, clarifying it is the responsibility of the president and Medhi Benatia, as well as the sporting management, to handle constraints imposed by the DNCG. He thinks it is important to maintain a certain stability and a core of players who know the club, the Marseille context, and Ligue 1. Genesio said he was fully aware of the situation when he arrived and knows that movements may occur. He also mentioned that he speaks with the players daily so they stay focused on their work and do not get distracted by transfer rumors.
Bruno Genesio stated that as a coach, he naturally wants to keep his good players from a sporting perspective. He said he would be very happy to have Igor, Amine, and all the quality players in the squad available. Genesio added that the financial aspect is not his responsibility, clarifying it is the responsibility of the president and Medhi Benatia, as well as the sporting management, to handle constraints imposed by the DNCG. He thinks it is important to maintain a certain stability and a core of players who know the club, the Marseille context, and Ligue 1. Genesio said he was fully aware of the situation when he arrived and knows that movements may occur. He also mentioned that he speaks with the players daily so they stay focused on their work and do not get distracted by transfer rumors.
Igor Paixão could leave Olympique de Marseille soon. The club's management is considering offers, and he will be sold if an offer considered satisfactory by all parties is received.
Igor Paixão could leave Olympique de Marseille soon. The club's management is considering offers, and he will be sold if an offer considered satisfactory by all parties is received.
According to information from the daily newspaper La Provence on Monday, 25-year-old Brazilian winger Igor Paixao from Olympique Marseille is very popular abroad, especially in England. He joined the French club in August 2025 and his contract runs until June 2030. In the current Ligue 1 season, Paixão has made 26 appearances, scoring 6 goals and providing 6 assists. He has one cap for Brazil U23 and his current market value on Transfermarkt is €35.00m.
According to information from the daily newspaper La Provence on Monday, 25-year-old Brazilian winger Igor Paixao from Olympique Marseille is very popular abroad, especially in England. He joined the French club in August 2025 and his contract runs until June 2030. In the current Ligue 1 season, Paixão has made 26 appearances, scoring 6 goals and providing 6 assists. He has one cap for Brazil U23 and his current market value on Transfermarkt is €35.00m.
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