De Zerbi targets Igor Julio to strengthen OM's defense

Igor Julio, always at the top of the pile: a real option for our OM?

Friends, with one month left in the transfer window, it's clear that defense remains the priority for our Olympique de Marseille. Among the names that keep coming up, Igor Julio, the Brazilian from Brighton, is clearly a dossier that leaves no one indifferent on boulevard Michelet. By the way, what do you think? Should we go for it or drop it?

Why is Igor Julio so appealing to De Zerbi and the recruitment team?

According to solid information from L’Équipe, Igor Julio is among the trio of central defenders actively followed by our staff, along with Joel Ordoñez (Club Bruges) and Nayef Aguerd (West Ham). Coach De Zerbi knows him well, and he appreciates his warrior side, his reading of the game, and especially his ability to pass cleanly. It's honestly the type of player that fits with the style of play we want to implement, right?

But be careful: for now, nothing is signed. We're still observing, even though the connection between De Zerbi and Julio could clearly facilitate things. Do you think this relationship could tip the balance? We're waiting for your opinions in the comments!

The financial stakes: caution or big move?

On the financial side, the management has kept a budget for the defense, but we shouldn't act recklessly. We all know that Brighton doesn't sell its players cheaply, and Igor Julio isn't cheap. Investing in him means betting on stability at the back, but don't we have other needs (a real left-back, for example) to fill before opening the checkbook?

The departure of Quentin Merlin to Rennes leaves a gap on the left, and Ylber Ramadani Garcia hasn't reassured everyone yet. Classic dilemma: strengthen the center or prioritize the flanks? Where would you prioritize?

Decisive moves to come: what if we took risks?

We feel that the transfer window hasn't revealed all its secrets yet. De Zerbi maintains ambiguity, but every choice will count to keep our OM competitive on all fronts next season. Taking Igor Julio is reassuring, but it might close the door to other profiles or to youth from the academy. Conversely, waiting too long risks being overtaken by the competition.

So, friends, what do we do? Do we take the Igor Julio gamble, or do we keep our budget for other key positions? Come debate with us, the community needs your analyses!