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Steve Mandanda Linked to Valencia, But Move Seems Unlikely Now Steve Mandanda, who has been strongly linked with a departure from Olympique de Marseille, was recently rumored to be a target for Spanish club Valencia FC. The Franco-Congolese goalkeeper was reportedly eyed as a potential replacement for Valencia’s injured first-choice keeper, Diego Alves. However, new […]
Mandanda Sounds the Alarm: “We Must Pull Ourselves Together” Marseille captain Steve Mandanda isn’t sugarcoating things. After OM’s lackluster loss to Montpellier, the experienced goalkeeper voiced serious concerns about the team’s mentality and recent form. “We don’t have the same mindset as in the first half of the season,” Mandanda admitted.“I don’t know if we […]
Mandanda Reflects on PSG Defeat: “We Lacked Realism” Despite a 2-0 loss to Paris Saint-Germain on Sunday evening at the Parc des Princes, Olympique de Marseille goalkeeper Steve Mandanda remained composed and analytical in his post-match reaction. Speaking to Canal+, the OM captain acknowledged the defeat, attributing it to a lack of finishing quality: “We […]
Mandanda Praises Sirigu Ahead of Le Classique Clash As the build-up intensifies for the eagerly awaited Le Classique between Paris Saint-Germain and Olympique de Marseille, Marseille’s captain and goalkeeper Steve Mandanda has offered praise for his Parisian counterpart Salvatore Sirigu. Speaking to beIN Sports, Mandanda, who has been in strong form this season (29 years […]
Mandanda Hits Back at Weight Criticism: “You’re Boring Me with This” BBC Sport – Marseille Olympique de Marseille goalkeeper Steve Mandanda has spoken out firmly in response to recent criticism over his fitness and professionalism, denying suggestions that he was reprimanded by head coach Marcelo Bielsa over his weight during the summer. The 29-year-old, who […]
Steve Mandanda, the long-time Olympique de Marseille (OM) goalkeeper, was widely expected to leave the club during the last summer transfer window. However, his plans were derailed following an injury sustained just before the 2014 World Cup, which significantly cooled interest from several major clubs. According to L’Équipe, Sunderland was the only English club to […]
Steve Mandanda Back in Top Form Thanks to Bielsa’s Tough Love At 29 years old, Steve Mandanda has reclaimed his best form between the posts for Olympique de Marseille, starting all 9 Ligue 1 matches this season with notable performances. According to L’Équipe, much of this resurgence is thanks to his coach Marcelo Bielsa, who […]
Steve Mandanda is keeping his cards close to his chest when it comes to his future with Olympique de Marseille. Despite being the subject of transfer rumors last season and attracting interest from big-name clubs, the Kinshasa-born goalkeeper ultimately chose to stay—and so far, it seems like the right decision. Under Marcelo Bielsa, OM has […]
Parfait Mandanda Clarifies Absence from DR Congo Squad Amid Injury ConcernsBy BBC News Staff Parfait Mandanda, younger brother of France international Steve Mandanda, has addressed the speculation surrounding his absence from DR Congo’s opening matches in the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Contrary to some reports suggesting contractual commitments kept him in Belgium, the […]
Marseille Building Momentum with Convincing Win Over Rennes After their win at Evian on Matchday 5, Marcelo Bielsa’s Marseille continued their good form by defeating Rennes 3-0 on Matchday 6 of Ligue 1. The victory was marked by strong performances from goalkeeper Steve Mandanda and striker André-Pierre Gignac. Bielsa praised his key players after the […]
