Fresh Permanent Deal Already Under Threat
Hamed Junior Traoré’s transfer to Olympique de Marseille from AFC Bournemouth has only just been made permanent, yet the 26-year-old Ivorian is already facing an exit from the Vélodrome. Get French Football News understands that the midfielder is not expected to remain at the club despite the recent change in his contractual status.
The reversal comes as Marseille enter an enforced period of austerity. The entire squad is effectively available for the right price, and Traoré is among those the club are particularly keen to offload this summer as they look to balance their books.
Successful Auxerre Spell Fuels Return Links
Traoré’s availability has attracted attention from multiple clubs, including a side where he recently enjoyed a prolific spell. AJ Auxerre, where the attacking midfielder spent the 2024/25 campaign on loan, are eager to re-sign him, according to L’Équipe.
During his time at the Stade de l’Abbé Deschamps under manager Will Still, Traoré demonstrated his capabilities by scoring 10 goals in 26 appearances across all competitions. That productive form has made him a priority target for the Ligue 1 side, who view him as a proven performer capable of strengthening their attacking options.
Italian and Riviera Alternatives
However, Auxerre face competition for the playmaker’s signature. Serie A club Genoa have registered concrete interest, reports Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio, with Traoré reportedly not opposed to a return to Italian football.
Alternatively, a shorter move along the French Riviera to OGC Nice remains a possibility, La Provence understands. With several avenues open to the Ivorian, a resolution to his uncertain future could emerge swiftly, despite his permanent transfer to Marseille being freshly completed.