Marseille open door for new investment to rival PSG
Owner Frank McCourt has confirmed that Olympique de Marseille is open to welcoming new financial partners at Stade Velodrome as the club looks to compete for titles and re‑establish itself as a force in French football.
McCourt hunts for strategic partners
In an interview with Journal du Dimanche, McCourt stated that reaching the next level will require additional investment and that the club wants to find the right strategic partner.
“The next level and, hopefully, the highest level, will require additional investment. We want to find the right strategic partner to achieve this.”
Reaching the top of the hierarchy
Following the departure of president Pablo Longoria earlier this season, McCourt said the process to appoint a new leader has already begun. He emphasized that the ideal candidate must know France and Marseille well and be a major, experienced manager.
Benatia departure confirmed for June
The club’s sports director Mehdi Benatia will leave his post once the season ends, with McCourt confirming that Benatia will serve out his notice period through June.
A defiant look at the OM project
Despite recent turbulence, McCourt remains confident in the progress made under his ownership, stating that the club’s situation is now “night and day” compared to when he first bought it.
- Frank McCourt took control of Marseille in 2016
- The club aims to find a strategic partner to boost financial resources
- Mehdi Benatia’s exit is set for the end of the 2025‑26 season
- McCourt has led the club for over twenty years in professional sport
