The club is poised to secure the services of Faris Moumbagna, the formidable Cameroonian striker currently plying his trade with FK Bodo/Glimt in Norway. As the 23-year-old center forward actively participates in AFCON 2023 with the Cameroon national team, all indicators point to a completed medical examination, paving the way for his imminent transfer.
The impending transfer is set to inject a noteworthy €8 million into FK Bodo/Glimt’s coffers. Moumbagna, demonstrating a commitment to his next footballing chapter, is reportedly on the verge of inking a lucrative 4-year contract with Olympique de Marseille.
Former professional footballer Steve Savidan, renowned for his stints with Angers, Ajaccio, and Valenciennes, shared insightful perspectives on the anticipated addition to Marseille’s squad during an appearance on RMC Sport. Savidan’s observations shed light on Moumbagna’s playing style and strengths:
“It moves a little in the surface, it’s impactful. It’s physical, it keeps the ball in front. I know this kid a little, we have a relationship in common.
He’s a great kid (…) He’s a surface player. He’s a space eater and a tank. A great anchor point, a player who is athletic, who eats up space and doesn’t count his efforts.”
During the 2023 Eliteserien season, Faris Moumbagna showcased his goal-scoring prowess with an impressive tally of 18 goals and 8 assists in 36 matches.
Valued at €7 million, Moumbagna’s current contract with Bodo/Glimt extends until December 2026, making him a promising prospect for Olympique de Marseille’s future campaigns.
