By recruiting two English football talents this summer, OM clearly has two goals in mind. And one of them concerns the resale at prices of gold on the market for transfers of recovered players free from any contract …
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Barely launched, the OM transfer window already takes a strategic turn under the leadership of Mehdi Benatia. The Marseille sports director managed a nice blow by attracting two English players free from any contract: Angel Gomes and CJ Egan Riley. Two promising profiles, two bets at zero cost … and a double potential jackpot in the medium term. By combining sporting ambition and financial intelligence, OM sets the tone for this summer transfer window.
Gomes and Egan Riley, the perfect blow
Versatile and technical, Angel Gomes arrives with the label of an elegant player, trained in Manchester United and author of beautiful seasons with Lille. He is perfectly part of the Roberto de Zerbi project, always looking for mobile environments, capable of evolving between the lines. CJ Egan Riley, for his part, stands out as one of the strongest defenders of Championship last season. At just 22 years old, the former Burnley is considered across the Channel as a defensive nugget. Two complementary, young, talented profiles … and especially without transfer compensation.
A clever investment for the future
Beyond their immediate contribution, these two recruits represent a real added value for OM. The English market is particularly fond of its compatriots, and Gomes like Egan Riley will keep a beautiful premier rating. Recruited for free, they could easily bring in 10 to 15 million euros each in the medium term. A great operation signed Benatia, which once again proves its ability to combine football and profitability.
