With Marseille’s season ending without Champions League qualification, key players are expected to leave the club. Among them is Argentine defender Leonardo Balerdi, whose exit appears to be already finalized internally despite his contract running until June 2028.
Balerdi, who joined Marseille in 2021, struggled this season, failing to meet expectations. Despite being deemed untouchable during the last transfer window, his departure now seems inevitable given both his performance and Marseille’s financial constraints. According to insiders, both the player’s representatives and the club have already reached an agreement on the terms of his exit.
Transfer window opens for Balerdi as Marseille seeks fresh start
In a recent YouTube live session, sports journalist Sébastien Denis confirmed the Argentine defender’s imminent departure: “Balerdi is certain to leave. An agreement was reached with Marseille weeks ago.”
This statement aligns with earlier reports suggesting that discussions are underway between Balerdi’s camp and multiple European clubs. While the names of interested teams remain undisclosed, negotiations are reportedly progressing smoothly. Expected destinations include Juventus, AS Rome, Nottingham Forest, and Atlético Madrid.
Balerdi’s cautious stance on future amid transfer speculation
Following Marseille’s final league match against Stade Rennais, Balerdi remained tight-lipped about his future when questioned by media. “We’ll see. I don’t know yet. For now, I’m here, but we’ll see,” he stated, leaving fans and pundits speculating about his next move. His departure would mark the end of a three-year stint in Ligue 1, where he made over 80 appearances for the club.
