Timothy Weah Set For Marseille Move as Clubs Near Agreement

Olympique Marseille are about to sign Timothy Weah from Juventus. The clubs are close to agreeing on a loan deal with an obligation to buy. Weah, an American international, is eager to move and return to France as confirmed by recent reports.

WHAT HAPPENED

Marseille and Juventus are about to complete a deal for Weah to join on a season-long loan, with a mandatory purchase option. The final fee is expected to be between €12 million and €15 million. Weah will sign a five-year contract worth around €2.5 million per year. The deal is going smoothly due to the good relationship between the clubs, and personal terms have already been agreed. He will soon travel to Marseille for a medical and be unveiled as a new player.

WEAH’S TIME AT JUVENTUS AND WHY HE’S LEAVING

Weah joined Juventus from Lille in 2023 and played 43 times last season, scoring 6 goals and providing 5 assists. He has not become a regular starter, facing fierce competition and being dropped following a coaching change in 2025. He had other offers but prioritized a return to Ligue 1. His versatility as a winger and wing-back is valuable for Marseille, who are preparing for a challenging season both domestically and in Europe.

LOOKING AHEAD: MARSEILLE’S SQUAD AND SEASON OUTLOOK

Marseille are rebuilding under coach Roberto De Zerbi after finishing second in Ligue 1 and securing a return to the Champions League. They have made several signings this summer and are expected to compete strongly in both the league and Europe. Their first fixture of the 2025/26 season is against Le Havre, who finished near the bottom of the table last year. A successful integration of Weah could provide Marseille with extra depth and attacking power, especially following their strong performance last season as they are also negotiating to bring back Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.