Derek Cornelius: a future already far from Canebière?

Derek Cornelius barely had time to really settle in Marseille before his name started circulating elsewhere. Having arrived last summer from Malmö, our Canadian defender might be packing his bags for Italy, with Bologna at the forefront. Do you believe in this sudden departure? Let's talk about it!

A mixed record in the OM colors

Let's be honest: Cornelius is mostly a backup for us. With only 17 starts in all competitions (1420 minutes of play), he never managed to establish himself as an undisputed starter. The competition is tough, especially when you see Kondogbia, a former midfielder, successfully transitioning to central defense. It raises questions about the tactical choices and the level of Cornelius, doesn't it? Tell us what you think in the comments.

De Zerbi is looking for a different profile for the defense

Since his arrival, Roberto De Zerbi wants a more playful defense, with defenders capable of relaunching cleanly and projecting sideways. Cornelius is more of a solid, old-school type, which doesn't quite fit with the current playing philosophy. Honestly, who sees the Canadian settling in for the long term with this style of play? Not easy...

Transfer: good financial move or sporting risk?

The rumor from Italy, relayed by Calciomercato.it and journalist Éléonora Trotta, puts Bologna in the running. No official figures, but a departure of Cornelius, who's under contract until 2028, could bring a nice little check for our OM. We still wonder: is it better to bet on a player more suited to De Zerbi's project, or keep Cornelius as a reliable backup? The money recovered could be used to strengthen the squad, but be careful not to weaken the numbers defensively. In short, the debate is open!

And now, what do we do?

For you, friends, should we open the door to Cornelius, even if it means seeing him leave if a good offer comes in? Or do you think he still has a shot with us, at least as a backup? Feel free to debate, give your opinions and suggestions for the transfer market. As always, it's together that we'll move our OM forward!