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AC Milan's Ismaël Bennacer nearing another Marseille loan
AC Milan's Ismaël Bennacer nearing another Marseille loan

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time11-06-2025

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AC Milan's Ismaël Bennacer nearing another Marseille loan

Olympique de Marseille will not activate the buy option included in Ismaël Bennacer's (27) loan from AC Milan, however, the Algerian is expected to be playing at the Vélodrome next season, according to a report from L'Équipe. Joining on loan in January, Bennacer enjoyed a strong start to life at Marseille, proving a valuable element in their midfield. However, as the season progressed, his influence waned. The Algeria international was not helped by a string of minor injuries that hindered his fitness levels. Advertisement Nonetheless, he did start eight times for OM at the back end of the season. Whilst OM's hierarchy has not been sufficiently convinced to activate the €12m buy option included in the deal last January, they do want to keep the midfielder. Talks over another loan between Marseille and the Serie A side are advanced, L'Équipe understands. Bennacer is keen to compete in the UEFA Champions League with Marseille next season. GFFN | Luke Entwistle

Sweden 4-3 Algeria: three positives Petković can take away 🇩🇿
Sweden 4-3 Algeria: three positives Petković can take away 🇩🇿

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time10-06-2025

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Sweden 4-3 Algeria: three positives Petković can take away 🇩🇿

Even though Algeria lost this very lively friendly match (4-3) against Sweden, there were several positives to take away! Bennacer, always the boss in midfield Ismaël Bennacer scored a beautiful goal and showed that he's a true leader on the pitch. With his vision of the game and his composure, he helped Algeria get back into the match when everything seemed lost. A proud reaction in the second half Trailing 4-1, Algeria could have given up. But the Fennecs responded with character. Thanks to some great collective play, they scored two goals late in the match and nearly equalized. It's an encouraging sign for the team's spirit! Chaïbi, a promising talent Farès Chaïbi, still young, was one of the standout players. Dynamic and skillful, he drew fouls and provided interesting attacking options. He could become an important piece in the coming months. This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇫🇷 here. 📸 CHRISTINE OLSSON/TT

Marseille Director admits Bennacer wanted ‘different treatment' with Milan exit
Marseille Director admits Bennacer wanted ‘different treatment' with Milan exit

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time10-02-2025

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Marseille Director admits Bennacer wanted ‘different treatment' with Milan exit

Ismael Bennacer forced a move away from AC Milan on the final day of the January mercato, and today, Marseille's Sporting Director spoke about the move. Throughout the season, Milan have awaited Bennacer's return, believing that the Algerian would be effectively a new signing for the club when he returned after his time sidelined. However, he never really showed much upon his return, and then things reached a boiling point. In the game against Inter, the midfielder clashed with Sergio Conceicao at half-time, which seemingly broke the relationship, and as a result, he forced a move away, something which reportedly greatly frustrated the management. Marseille had previously been aware of his situation, and when they were given another chance to sign him, they took it. Now, Mehdi Benatia has spoken to L'Equipe about the player's move to France and Bennacer's wishes – the Director's words have been relayed by Milan Press. 'He had lost some esteem, things were starting to change for him at AC Milan. He wanted to be treated differently and I jumped at the chance. With him, we remain on the level of character, temperament and sure-footedness. 'He is able to respond immediately to the pressure of the Vélodrome. He will bring us a lot and, with all the players at our disposal, we now have a Champions League midfield.'

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