Roberto De Zerbi was 'major attraction' for Mason Greenwood to join Marseille from Man Utd as ex-Brighton boss 'called him every day' during transfer negotiations

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Richard Mills

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According to reports, Mason Greenwood was strongly drawn to join the French side, Marseille, due to the appointment of their new manager, Roberto De Zerbi.

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Greenwood swaps Man Utd for Marseille
De Zerbi is a prominent figure in the transfer.
The former Brighton manager made it a habit to call him every day leading up to the transfer.

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