Florian Thauvin, who faced public disapproval after his transfer to Olympique de Marseille following a clash with Lille, has found support from his former teammate and Bastia striker, Toifilou Maoulida. Maoulida defended Thauvin, describing him as a respectful and mature individual who listens to elders. He urged people to reconsider their image of Thauvin, emphasizing that he is a young man in the process of growing.
To alter the negative perception, Thauvin will need to demonstrate mental strength and swiftly integrate into the Olympique de Marseille group, working towards building a positive reputation with both teammates and fans.