Key Takeaways:
- Olympique de Marseille have confirmed their intention to keep Arthur Vermeeren beyond his current loan period
- Vermeeren has made 11 appearances for Marseille across all competitions since joining in the summer
- OM hold an option to make Vermeeren’s loan permanent for €20m at the end of the season
Marseille’s Midfield Prospect Impresses Since Arrival
Marseille have publicly revealed their ambition to retain Arthur Vermeeren, currently on loan from RB Leipzig, following his promising start at the club. The 20-year-old Belgian, who arrived at the Vélodrome in the summer, has featured regularly in Roberto De Zerbi’s plans despite strong competition for midfield places.
Arthur Vermeeren séduit l'OM après une solide performance en Ligue des Champions. Le club pourrait lever son option d’achat de 20 millions d'euros.
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Vermeeren’s Impact Under De Zerbi
Since his arrival, Vermeeren has accumulated 11 appearances in all competitions for Marseille, establishing himself as a reliable option in midfield. Notably, the youngster has featured in each of Marseille’s four UEFA Champions League fixtures, including three as a starter, highlighting the trust placed in him by the manager.
Permanent Move Option and Club’s Intentions
According to Foot Mercato, Marseille possess the option to sign Vermeeren on a permanent basis for €20m at the conclusion of the current campaign. During an appearance on the RMC Sport show After Foot, OM sporting director Medhi Benatia confirmed the club’s desire to extend Vermeeren’s stay beyond his loan spell.
“We have the option. He is a great guy, very calm. The idea is to continue with him. If he likes it – and I think that is the case – and if he wants to still have fun in a great team, he will be welcome because he’s a really good player,” said Benatia.
As Marseille approach the second half of the season, retaining Vermeeren could prove a crucial decision for the club’s future midfield stability and success.
