Radical turnaround within Olympique Marseille. After having submitted his resignation last Sunday, Medhi Benatia will ultimately remain linked to the French club.
The direct intervention of the club’s owner, American Frank McCourt, was decisive in reversing a situation that seemed final just a few hours ago.
In an official statement released this Tuesday, McCourt confirmed that Benatia will remain in charge of all sporting activities “until the end of the season.”
The main objective of this decision is to guarantee the institutional and sporting stability needed to achieve the set goals, especially qualification for the next edition of the ChampionsLeague.
New organizational structure at the Velodrome
Meanwhile, the role of Pablo Longoria will also undergo significant changes. Although the executive remains within the organization, his duties will shift towards a purely institutional focus. Longoria will be responsible for representing the club before French and European football authorities, delegating the responsibility of sporting management to Benatia.
The statement also sheds light on the future of the team’s bench. Under the new supervision of Medhi Benatia, the club plans to announce the name of a new coach soon. This move aims to reactivate the competitiveness of the Marseille side in a crucial part of the season, where the French Cup is also a priority.
With this move, Frank McCourt is personally taking responsibility for pacifying the club. “My ambition for the team remains intact,” stated the owner, calling for unity from everyone around OM to ensure an exemplary end to the season.
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