Marseille has announced the signing of a big winger for the upcoming season, with Barcelona's Lionel Messi being one of the most sought-after targets.
The 26-year-old Frenchman, who has been linked with a move to Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Real Madrid this summer, is expected to join Marseille from Barcelona on a permanent deal.
Messi has been a key player for Barcelona since he arrived in 2014 and is widely regarded as one of the best players in the world.
He was part of the Barcelona team that won the Champions League last season, and is now ready to prove himself once again at the Nou Camp.
Marseille have been linked with a number of other high-profile transfer deals this summer, but they have made their move for Messi a priority after seeing him perform well for Barcelona this season.
Barcelona president Jean-Michel Aulas has also expressed his interest in signing Messi, while the French Football Federation (FFF) has also been keen on the player.
Marseille have already signed two other players this summer, including a young defender called Yannick Bolasie, who is set to leave Lyon FC.
The signing of Messi will be seen as a significant boost for Marseille, who have struggled to find their feet at the Nou Camp this season due to injuries and lack of form.
However, the club still faces some tough challenges ahead of the new season, with several top clubs such as Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester United vying for their services.
Despite the challenges, Marseille should be confident that they can attract Messi and bring him to Marseille, which could help the club achieve its ambitions in the league next season.