Olympique de Marseille secures key midfield boost with arrival of Jean Onana

Olympique de Marseille is on the verge of announcing the acquisition of Cameroonian midfielder, Jean Onana (23). The talented player, having left Istanbul on Sunday, is expected to make a formal debut in Marseille later in the evening.

As Olympique de Marseille prepares to navigate the challenges of the upcoming matches without their international players participating in the Ivory Coast Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) from January 13 to February 11, Italian coach Gennaro Gattuso sought reinforcements for the midfield.

With key players departing for the continental tournament, including crucial talents like Geoffrey Kondogbia and Jordan Veretout, the need for a robust midfield became evident.

The management’s commitment to strengthening the team has materialized with the imminent arrival of Jean Onana.

The Cameroonian midfielder’s addition is anticipated to bring vitality and depth to Olympique de Marseille’s midfield, offering Coach Gennaro Gattuso more options and flexibility in team selection.

The move signifies Olympique de Marseille’s proactive approach to maintain competitiveness during the absence of key players and demonstrates their commitment to securing top talent in the winter transfer window.

Fans eagerly await the official announcement, anticipating that Jean Onana’s skills will significantly contribute to the team’s performance in the upcoming fixtures.