Weah signs for Marseille on loan

Timothy Weah has joined Marseille on loan and hints at Edon Zhegrova joining, as the club pursues a busy transfer window.

Weah Signals Zhegrova Move to Marseille

Marseille announced the loan of Timothy Weah, strengthening their attacking options as the transfer window stays active. The club has already spent around 65 million euros this summer, excluding loans with options to buy, signaling a bold push to reshape the squad. Weah's arrival could help pave the way for Edon Zhegrova, a winger who has been linked with Marseille since Lille days.

Fans watched a social media exchange after Weah's arrival, with Zhegrova engaging with the post and emojis appearing in the comments, feeding speculation about a future reunion. Marseille are also weighing other targets, including Amine Adli, as they seek to balance risk and reward. A potential loan with an option to buy could keep options open while the team builds a more dynamic attack.

Marseille’s rapid spending underlines a clear plan: act now to reshape the frontline rather than wait for the next window. The question is whether this approach delivers on-field returns and how it affects the club’s finances over the longer term. If Zhegrova arrives on loan, Marseille would be betting on chemistry from Lille and on Weah’s versatility to unlock new combinations at the flanks.

The move also mirrors a broader trend in European football toward aggressive, sometimes expensive, building. It tests the club’s ability to manage wages, amortization, and the pressure from fans and investors who want quick results. The real test will come on the pitch and in the balance sheet as the season unfolds.

Highlights

The transfer window continues to shape Marseille's identity as a club willing to gamble for speed and width.