This is one of the rather strange rumors from the start of the week from Olympique de Marseille: Mehdi Benatia would have checked the name of Georges Mikautadze (OL) for OM with a view to the transfer window.
Danger for Chelsea? In addition to this surprising lead leading to Georgian international striker Georges Mikautadze, who plays little in Lyon under Pierre Sage, OM would also have positioned themselves on another player highly appreciated by Enzo Maresca among the Blues.
Indeed, according to the transalpine media, the leaders of OM and their Chelsea counterparts have joined AC Milan in the race to sign the very promising Reda Belahyane, whose profile is also adored by his compatriot Mehdi Benatia in Marseille.
Estimated at around ten million euros by Hellas Verona, the 20-year-old Moroccan international defensive midfielder could obtain an exit voucher for January, as his sporting director indicated in an interview with the Italian press.
It remains to be seen whether Mehdi Benatia and OM will be able to prove themselves more convincing than Chelsea, and to a lesser extent AC Milan, to secure the signature of former Nice player Reda Belahyane. Case to follow for the Marseille club chaired by Pablo Longoria, who would also keep an eye on Mikautadze’s situation at OL.
Clubs might employ to gain an edge in acquiring Mikautadze and Belahyane?
Section 1: The Rumored Transfer of Mikautadze and Belahyane to Olympique de Marseille
Guest 1: Can you please provide us with an insight into the rumored transfer of Georges Mikautadze and Reda Belahyane to Olympique de Marseille? How plausible do you think it is that the club can acquire these players from rivals Chelsea and AC Milan?
Guest 2: It seems like Olympique de Marseille has emerged as a surprising contender for both Georgian international striker Georges Mikautadze and Moroccan international defensive midfielder Reda Belahyane. What do you make of their interest in these players and their potential fits within the current Marseille squad?
Section 2: The Impact of Mehdi Benatia’s Involvement in the Transfer Process
Guest 1: As the article mentions, Mehdi Benatia’s connection to Marseille may play a role in their interest in these players. How big of a factor do you think Benatia’s influence will be in potentially securing the signatures of Mikautadze and Belahyane?
Guest 2: Given that Benatia is a highly respected player both at Marseille and internationally, do you think his endorsement carries significant weight in the transfer market? Could it be a strategic move by the club to use his popularity to their advantage?
Section 3: The Competition for the Signature of Belahyane
Guest 1: There is reportedly stiff competition for Reda Belahyane’s signature, with both Chelsea and AC Milan also showing interest. What challenges do you see Marseille facing in their pursuit of the talented young player?
Guest 2: As mentioned, Chelsea is also monitoring the situation closely. Do you think their involvement could potentially sway Belahyane’s decision, or is Marseille offering something unique that makes them stand out?
Section 4: The Role of Clubs Involved in the Transfer Negotiations
Guest 1: It will be interesting to see how the rivalry between Marseille, Chelsea, and AC Milan plays out in the transfer negotiations. Are there any specific tactics or strategies that these
