Mason Greenwood: the X factor of Marseille's attack?

Seeing Greenwood score four goals in two preseason matches, even against not-so-menacing teams, definitely whets the appetite for the upcoming season. After a turbulent but frankly brilliant first year in our colors, the Englishman sets the tone. Is he ready to take a step up and dominate Ligue 1? We're entitled to dream.

A Marseille debut that meets expectations

Remember his first steps at the Vélodrome: a double against Brest on the first day, followed by another double against Toulouse. We immediately realized we had a phenomenon. His ease with the ball, his short dribbles, and that nearly clinical finish... Frankly, how many times has he rescued us from a tricky situation? The public didn't get it wrong; they embraced him immediately.

When Greenwood goes, OM goes... But when he falters, it gets stuck

That's the problem: all the offensive play depended on him. Between February and April, as soon as he slumped, the whole team slowed down. You saw it like we did: De Zerbi left him on the bench against Lens, then at the Parc, just to give him a little wake-up call. We can't say the coach doesn't know how to manage his players… But it raises the question: are we a bit too Greenwood-dependent? Share your opinions in the comments, it's a real debate.

A player to support, not to burden

We often talk about Mason's nonchalant style, but we must also remember he had a difficult personal year: the birth of his daughter, new pressure, a relentless pace. De Zerbi himself said he had to handle all that—and when the training intensity wasn't there anymore, it was bench time. It's tough, but it's the rule if we want to stay on top. Do you think the coach was right to act that way? Tell us how you would have done it in his place.

The clutch moment: Greenwood saves OM and asserts himself as a leader

We won't forget his goal against Le Havre in the 88th minute… That one is worth gold, it simply sends us to the Champions League. With 21 goals, co-top scorer of Ligue 1 with Dembélé, he silenced all those who still doubted. This season, it's clear, we no longer expect him as a pleasant surprise but as the technical leader around whom everything is organized. Is he ready to take on this new status? That's for you to judge!

What future for Greenwood at OM?

If Mason maintains his consistency and improves defensively—the number one task demanded by De Zerbi—we might just have our "game changer" for Ligue 1 and the Champions League. But beware: too much pressure on his shoulders could backfire. And then, financially speaking, if he explodes this year, he'll be worth a fortune… Will we be able to keep him if a big English club comes knocking? The bets are on, friends!

Now, we await your feedback: can Greenwood really make history at OM? Can he become the new legend of the Vélodrome, or are we asking too much? Let's discuss together in the comments, as always. Go OM, and let the season start strong!