Souleymane Diawara, after spending five seasons with Olympique de Marseille, has decided to leave the club. Despite a mixed 2013-2014 season, the club has chosen to retire his jersey number, No. 21, in recognition of his service. However, this decision has stirred controversy among fans and observers.
Many believe that retiring Diawara’s jersey is unwarranted, especially when compared to other club legends like Jean-Pierre Papin, Basile Boli, and Didier Deschamps who haven’t received such an honor. Some argue that this move by OM’s leadership might be an attempt to soften the blow of not renewing Diawara’s contract.
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