Marcel Desailly, the former French international and a key player in Olympique de Marseille’s Champions League victory in 1993, has raised concerns about his time at the club, particularly regarding his relationship with the team’s doctors. He has criticized the use of unclear substances, which he refers to as placebos, during his stint at Marseille.
Desailly clarified that he did not believe these substances were doping, as there were no positive test results. However, he suggested that the use of such substances contributed to an atmosphere of suspicion. The defender of Ghanaian origin expressed discomfort with the situation, implying that it might have been intentional to maintain a certain atmosphere within the team, staff, and among the fans.
It’s important to note that Desailly’s statements do not explicitly accuse Olympique de Marseille of using doping products. The comments highlight his personal experience and perception of the club during his time there, suggesting a strained relationship with the medical staff and an atmosphere that he found challenging to navigate.
