Marseille have reportedly opened talks with Copenhagen for Sweden wonderkid Roony Bardghji to bring competition for Mason Greenwood.
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Marseille shortlist Copenhagen winger Bardghji Have already got in touch with the clubWill compete with Porto for his servicesFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
According to Marseille have entered preliminary discussions with the Danish giants for Bardghji, as they are eager to reinforce their attacking options ahead of a return to the Champions League. However, the Olympians are yet to table an official offer for the teenager.
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Bardghji’s potential arrival is seen as a strategic move to provide healthy competition for Greenwood, who enjoyed a stunning debut season in France. Under the stewardship of Roberto De Zerbi, the former Manchester United star flourished in Ligue 1, finishing as the league’s joint-top scorer with 21 goals, a tally matched only by Paris Saint-Germain’s Ousmane Dembele.
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Marseille are not alone in their pursuit of the young winger, as Portuguese powerhouse FC Porto are understood to have already made a concrete bid for Bardghji. This has prompted the French side to act swiftly and decisively to secure the services of the teenager.
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While strengthening the attack is a priority, Marseille are also looking at defensive reinforcements. One name high on their list is Burnley defender CJ Egan-Riley. The 22-year-old has drawn interest from several clubs, with Strasbourg and West Ham United also believed to be tracking his situation closely. The club’s summer recruitment plans now reflect the ambition of not just challenging domestically, but also making an impact on the continental stage as they find themselves among Europe's elite for the first time since 2022–23.