Olympique de Marseille has opted to remove Cameroonian international Jean Onana from its final list for the Europa League. The decision, revealed by local media on Wednesday, signifies the Marseille club’s reservations about the player’s recent performances.
Currently occupying the second position in Group B with 11 points, trailing behind Brighton & Albion at 13 points, Olympique de Marseille, under the helm of coach Gennaro Gattuso, has chosen not to include Jean Onana in its Europa League plans.
The 24-year-old midfielder, on loan to OM from Besiktas with a non-obligatory purchase option, has failed to secure a spot in the squad.
The exclusion comes in the wake of Onana’s mixed performances, particularly highlighted during Marseille’s recent defeat against Rennes in the Coupe de France (1-1, 9-8 tab), where he featured on the field as directed by Gattuso. Concerns within the club are growing regarding the midfielder’s struggles to make a significant impact and assert himself during matches.
Having seen limited playing time, Onana faces the challenge of proving his worth and reclaiming his spot in the team.
Despite having played only four games since his arrival last January, the Cameroonian midfielder will now need to redouble his efforts to convince the coaching staff of his capabilities.
Interestingly, while Onana faces exclusion, his compatriot Faris Pemi Moumbagna has secured a place on the Europa League list for Olympique de Marseille.
The decision to omit Onana and include Moumbagna underscores the club’s discernment in shaping its lineup for the competition.
As the Europa League unfolds in the coming days, all eyes will be on Olympique de Marseille’s performance, with fans and analysts keenly observing the implications of this strategic roster decision on the team’s pursuit of success in the prestigious European tournament.
