OM Transfer News: Champions League Clubs Eye Amine Gouiri as Marseille Set €30M Price Tag

Marseille head coach Bruno Genesio has expressed a clear desire to retain his core attacking pieces, notably identifying Gouiri and Brazilian winger Igor Paixao as foundational pillars for the upcoming campaign. However, financial constraints at the club could force sporting leadership to entertain serious bids.

Three clubs currently qualified for the UEFA Champions League have placed Gouiri on their shortlist: Atlético Madrid, Villarreal, and Serie A newcomer Como. Both Spanish sides have established initial contact with the player’s entourage as contingency plans should their current frontline options depart before the deadline. In Italy, ambitious Como—under the technical direction of Cesc Fàbregas—has emerged as a serious suitor impressed by the 26-year-old’s technical profile, with reports from journalist Ekrem Konur indicating the Lombardy club is preparing a concrete proposal.

Additional interest spans several European leagues. The Lazio Rome has checked in on the player’s availability, Premier League side Everton keeps close tabs on his situation, and Sevilla has explored a potential move, though the operation remains financially demanding. Marseille has reportedly slapped a steep valuation of roughly €30 million on the forward to deter casual inquiries while awaiting concrete, binding offers.

Gouiri remains under contract with OM through June 2029, preserving the club’s strong negotiating position. Despite an interrupted 2025–26 season, the international forward contributed eight goals and four assists across 20 appearances in all competitions, including five goals in 14 Ligue 1 matches.

Marseille management aims to streamline its roster by offloading fringe players such as Pierre-Emile Højbjerg, Nayef Aguerd, and Geoffrey Kondogbia before evaluating decisions on core assets like Gouiri and Paixao.

What Comes Next for the Marseille Forward

As the final weeks of the transfer window unfold, OM awaits official bids matching its valuation while Genesio continues to integrate his squad for upcoming league fixtures.