Igor Paixão: Has OM finally found its new left winger?

The OM transfer window is starting to take an interesting turn, especially with the Igor Paixão prospect. The 25-year-old Brazilian, who has just had an impressive season with Feyenoord (18 goals, 19 assists, just that!), is clearly Pablo Longoria's priority to replace Luis Henrique on the left side. So, where does this case really stand? Let's analyze it all together.

A motivated player, a club holding back

What immediately stands out is the player's motivation. According to La Provence, Paixão would view a move to us very favorably – he already imagines himself at the Vélodrome, with the Champions League in sight and Roberto De Zerbi to help him progress. Honestly, it's great to see a player who really wants to wear our jersey. What do you think? We've seen less involved recruits in the past...

Problem: Feyenoord doesn't seem willing to do us any favors. Our offer of more than 20 million euros was rejected, with the Dutch hoping the English clubs (still absent for now) will come and raise the stakes. Let's not lie, it's a classic strategy, but risky for them.

Should Marseille go all in for Paixão?

Should OM insist and break the bank? On one hand, heavily investing in such a decisive winger seems logical, especially when he's motivated. His versatility, his ability to be decisive in big matches: all that aligns with the club's ambitions. Especially since De Zerbi wants players capable of making a difference individually.

But be careful not to rush too much, friends! We all remember cases where we ended up overpaying under pressure. Feyenoord knows that OM is looking for renewal, but Longoria is said to have very good relations with their president Dennis te Kloese. Could this help us unlock the situation without blowing the budget? We hope so.

Timing, the crux of the matter

What might be a sticking point is the timing. Feyenoord is waiting for potential English interest, which may never come. On our side, we don't want to drag too long: the summer transfer window is already underway, and we shouldn't be overtaken by another club acting quicker. Should we wait at all costs or move on to an alternative? Tell us in the comments what you would do in Longoria's place!

Your turn to speak, OM family!

So, is Paixão THE right choice for OM? Would you be willing to raise the offer, or should we put pressure on Feyenoord by exploring other avenues? What do you think of Longoria's strategy, balancing financial prudence with a desire to build a strong squad? We're waiting for your opinions and debates in the comments because here, we build the future of our club together!