Olympique de Marseille could soon face a serious challenge in retaining Giannelli Imbula, one of the breakout stars of their season under Marcelo Bielsa. The young midfielder, who has flourished in his new role as a lone holding midfielder, is reportedly being monitored by Chelsea, according to the Mirror.
After a shaky first season that didn’t fully justify his €8 million transfer fee from Guingamp, Imbula has transformed into a key player at the heart of Marseille’s midfield. His blend of ball recovery, composure, and progressive passing has made him a standout in Ligue 1.
Now, it seems that José Mourinho’s Chelsea is paying close attention. The report indicates that the Premier League giants have even sent scouts to observe Imbula in recent games. Known for investing in young, high-potential talents, Chelsea sees the 22-year-old as a possible long-term midfield option.
At this point, Chelsea’s interest remains preliminary, but the fact that a club of their stature is keeping tabs adds weight to Imbula’s rising stock — and could place pressure on Marseille to secure his future or brace for a bidding war.
