Mason Greenwood has set a deadline to revive his Marseille career after being relegated to the bench, making an extra effort to impress Roberto De Zerbi following public criticism.
Mason Greenwood has been given a deadline to salvage his Marseille career after being dropped to the bench, following his time at Manchester United.
WHAT HAPPENED?
After his 2024 transfer to Stade Velodrome, Greenwood had a strong start to his French football career. He is still Marseille’s top scorer this season, with 15 goals in 26 Ligue 1 matches.
THE BIGGER PICTURE
However, Greenwood has fallen down the pecking order under Roberto De Zerbi. The strict coach has commented on the 23-year-old’s recent performances, which have resulted in him being dropped from the starting lineup: “I expect more from him. He has to do more, because what he is currently showing is not enough.”
DID YOU KNOW?
Marseille named Greenwood as a substitute for their losses to Lens and Paris Saint-Germain before the March international break. They will face Reims on Saturday, and Greenwood has made an early return to training for the match, which has pleased his manager.
WHAT NEXT FOR MASON GREENWOOD?
Marseille named Greenwood as a substitute for their losses to Lens and Paris Saint-Germain before the March international break. They will face Reims on Saturday, and Greenwood has made an early return to training for the match, which has pleased his manager.
