With the season nearing its conclusion, the future of young Ivorian striker Oumar Konaté remains uncertain as multiple Ligue 1 clubs express interest in securing his signature.
The 17-year-old forward from Sol FC, a club in the Ivorian Ligue 1, has been linked with a move to Olympique de Marseille for several months.
However, he remains with Sol FC, attracting growing attention from other French clubs eager to sign him.
Lille has already tabled an offer, proposing a five-year contract for Konaté, who was the top scorer of the 2023 Montaigu tournament with seven goals.
Marseille yet to finalize a decision
While Marseille has shown strong interest in Konaté, even hosting him for a trial earlier in the season, the club has yet to make a definitive decision on signing him.
This delay has opened the door for Lille and Toulouse to step up their pursuit, with both clubs keen on adding the promising attacker to their ranks.
As Konaté approaches his 18th birthday in May 2025, he continues to impress with his performances for Sol FC.
The young forward has netted nine goals in the Ivorian league, playing a crucial role in helping his team climb to sixth place in the standings.
His consistent displays have only heightened interest from European clubs eager to secure his services before he makes the next step in his career.
Intense competition for Konaté’s signature
With just a few weeks remaining in the season, the battle for Konaté’s signature is intensifying.
Lille, Toulouse, and Marseille are all in contention, each hoping to convince the Ivorian starlet to join their project in Ligue 1.
Meanwhile, Olympique de Marseille is preparing for their upcoming Ligue 1 fixture against Reims on Matchday 27.
The match will be closely watched as the club continues to weigh its options regarding Konaté’s potential signing.
