Ahead of the upcoming summer transfer window, Olympique de Marseille midfielder Pierre-Emile Højbjerg is on the radar of several top Italian clubs. And the Marseille club appears open to the Dane leaving.
The end of an era at Olympique de Marseille? Following a turbulent few months, the Marseille club is also set for a busy summer. Numerous changes are expected within the club’s hierarchy, and the squad is likely, as has been the case in recent years, to undergo significant changes.
For example, midfielder Pierre-Emile Højbjerg, captain and undisputed first-team regular under manager Habib Beye, faces an uncertain future.
Top Italian clubs keen on Højbjerg
Despite a contract running until June 2028, the Danish international intends to take some time to reflect on his future at OM once the season is over. And on the transfer market, the 30-year-old knows he is highly sought-after in Italy. Already being tracked by Juventus in recent months, the Danish international is also on the radar of Inter Milan and AS Roma, according to reports in Corriere dello Sport.
Above all, Marseille are reportedly no longer opposed to the idea of Højbjerg leaving, particularly due to his high salary (estimated at €500,000 a month). To consider selling the Copenhagen-born player, the current third-placed side in Ligue 1 are said to be expecting a fee of around €12 million, plus additional bonuses.
What position for the Dane?
Naturally, OM’s end-of-season performance is likely to be decisive in this matter. Without Champions League qualification, Højbjerg could quickly find himself on his way out, especially if major Italian clubs make a move. With Champions League football on the cards, he might have second thoughts. Even so, at this stage of his career, the Dane is likely to be tempted by the prospect of securing one last big contract…
