Manchester United is currently in advanced talks with Marseille over a potential loan deal with the intention of making it a permanent transfer for Mason Greenwood. The 22-year-old forward had spent the previous season on loan in LaLiga with Getafe, where he managed to score 10 goals in 36 appearances. However, Greenwood was expected to return to Old Trafford for preseason training this week as his contract still had 12 months remaining.
Greenwood’s time at United has been marred by legal troubles and suspensions. He has not played for the club since January 2022 when he was suspended after being arrested on suspicion of rape and assault. The Greater Manchester Police confirmed the existence of social media images and videos posted by a woman reporting incidents of physical violence. Although Greenwood was charged with several offenses, all charges were dropped in February 2023 due to a lack of evidence.
Despite the dropping of charges, Manchester United has decided to seek a new team for Greenwood. Getafe had expressed interest in signing him permanently after his successful loan spell, but United is reportedly asking for at least £20 million for the player. Other clubs such as Juventus, Atlético Madrid, and Lazio are also interested in Greenwood, but Marseille has emerged as the frontrunners in securing a deal. Talks between Marseille and United are progressing, with a firm offer already submitted by the Ligue 1 side.
At this point, the potential fee and terms of any deal remain undisclosed. It is clear that Mason Greenwood’s future at Manchester United is uncertain, with the club actively seeking to offload him to another team. Despite his talent on the pitch, Greenwood’s off-field issues have overshadowed his career so far. It remains to be seen where he will end up and whether a deal with Marseille will materialize. As negotiations continue, Greenwood waits for clarity on his future in football.