Foued Kadir Criticizes Marcelo Bielsa’s Methods After Marseille Exit
After being loaned out to Stade Rennais last season, Algerian international Foued Kadir had hoped to reintegrate into the Marseille squad for the new campaign. Instead, he found himself sidelined—placed among the “lofters,” the group of unwanted players excluded from the first team under new manager Marcelo Bielsa. Eventually, Kadir was loaned out again, this time to Real Betis in Spain.
In an interview with L’Équipe published Sunday, Kadir expressed clear disappointment and frustration with how the situation was handled, particularly criticizing Bielsa’s communication style.
“I haven’t really had any dealings with him, I’ve barely crossed paths with him. But compared to the players I’ve spoken to, he speaks very little, he barely says hello. He just wants rigor, for the players to do what he asks. It seems strange to them. A coach who lowers his head, who doesn’t greet you.”
What stung most, Kadir said, was the way he found out about his exclusion:
“What bothered me the most was receiving the information by email, not knowing the why and how. There was a new coach, a new project, it could have gone much better.”
Kadir’s remarks reflect broader concerns that emerged during Bielsa’s tenure—praised for his tactical genius but often criticized for poor interpersonal communication. While Kadir now looks ahead with Real Betis, his experience under Bielsa at OM clearly left a bitter taste.
