OM need to keep Alexis and bring attacking football to Velodrome
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Reading Time: 2min | Mon. 05.06.23. | 22:48
Marseille offer out-of-contract Sanchez a salary hike
Marseille president Pablo Longoria said on Monday the club had offered Chile midfielder Alexis Sanchez an improved deal in the hope of keeping him at the Velodrome next season.
The 34-year-old former Arsenal and Manchester United playmaker's contract at the French club ends later this month. He scored 14 goals in 35 appearances as Marseille finished third in Ligue 1 in Sanchez's first campaign with the 1993 Champions League winners - and Longoria highlighted his examplory professionalism.
"Alexis' season was very positive. By his technical standards and his daily work, he was an exemplary leader. Discussions have started in a positive way. We've offered him a higher salary."
Following Saturday's loss to relegated Ajaccio on the last day of the season, Longoria's side are looking for a new coach after Croat Igor Tudor left the club. Marseille will feature in the Champions League qualifying play-offs after finishing third behind Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint-Germain and second-placed Lens.
𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐂𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐄 🇨🇱🌟@Alexis_Sanchez is Marseille's Player of the Season! pic.twitter.com/Yg5jc2BqBj
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For the club president, it's important to find someone who will bring exciting football to Stade Velodrome.
"Firstly, we have to establish a profile and get to know the new coach well. We have to play in a way that pleases our fans. So, we need an attacking game plan, a little bit of rock and roll, a little bit of spice."
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