Olympique de Marseille secures Alexi Koum and Rodolphe Saadé acquires RMC Sport

Olympique de Marseille (OM) has secured the future of young left-back Alexi Koum, extending his contract until June 2029. Despite interest from European clubs such as Casa Pia and Zulte-Waregem, coach Bruno Genesio requested the player's retention to bolster the squad's defensive depth.

In broader business news, Rodolphe Saadé, through CMA Media, has finalized the acquisition of RMC Sport. This move includes the creation of CMA Sport, a new branch dedicated to sports rights, production, and event organization. The acquisition aims to expand the channel's distribution to platforms like Canal+, Orange, and Free, while pursuing new broadcasting rights. While Saadé is a major sponsor of OM via CMA CGM, this acquisition is not a direct takeover of the football club.

Additionally, the Massilia Socios Club is gaining momentum with a petition that has surpassed 4,000 signatures. The movement advocates for a socios ownership model at OM, similar to FC Barcelona, to promote democratic governance and additional financial resources.