Olympique Marseille are on the verge of signing Timothy Weah from Juventus, with negotiations reaching an advanced stage. Fabrizio Romano and others report how, after two seasons in Turin, the US international is ready for a new challenge, having already agreed to personal terms with the French club. Weah is enthusiastic about the move, eager to join Marseille ahead of the upcoming Ligue 1 campaign.
The transfer is structured as a loan deal with an obligation to buy. While this model has become increasingly common in international football, the two clubs are still negotiating the final purchase price that will convert the loan into a permanent transfer at the end of the season. Juventus is seeking financial guarantees, aiming for a permanent transfer to quickly reinvest the funds into their squad, while Marseille is pressing to finalize the loan terms as soon as possible.
Marseille’s interest in Weah is strong, driven by the player’s versatility—he can operate both as an attacking winger and as a right-back. This flexibility is particularly attractive for Marseille’s squad planning, as they look to add adaptable talent for the 2025/26 season. The club views Weah’s experience in European competition and his international pedigree as key assets.
For Juventus, the move is motivated by a desire to create space in their squad and raise funds for new signings. Under new management, squad priorities have shifted, making Weah’s departure likely. His stint in Turin included seven goals in 78 appearances, but opportunities have become limited, especially after a proposed move to Nottingham Forest fell through earlier in the summer.
