Olympique de Marseille forward Igor Paixão has not discussed a salary reduction with club executives, despite widespread financial pressures at the Ligue 1 club under the ongoing supervision of the Direction Nationale du Contrôle de Gestion, Foot Mercato reported. Club president Stéphane Richard previously stated that certain squad members would agree to lower their wages to help balance the club’s books following a strict savings plan implemented by sporting director Grégory Lorenzi since his arrival in the summer.
Financial Constraints at the Stade Vélodrome
Marseille operates under strict financial oversight from the DNCG, the French football financial watchdog. To meet budgetary targets, Lorenzi oversaw a cost-cutting initiative across multiple departments at the club. The effort included discussions regarding potential payroll adjustments among players, though those measures have not affected every member of the first-team squad equally.
Paixão, who had an opportunity to secure a transfer to Leeds United during the summer transfer window, addressed his contractual situation directly during an appearance on Canal+.
If I spoke with the club to reduce my salary? No, no, they didn’t discuss a salary reduction with me. If you have to reduce your salary to help the club, that’s the best thing to do. And then afterwards increase it. You just have to have a discussion and decide the best way to do that,Igor Paixão told Canal+
Squad Dynamics and Future Discussions
While the administration previously indicated a willingness from players to adjust terms, Paixão clarified that no formal terms regarding a pay cut have been tabled for him.
The situation remains fluid as Marseille balances its sporting ambitions in the French top flight with regulatory compliance. The club continues to navigate its financial constraints while preparing for upcoming fixtures in both domestic and European competitions.
