# Olympique de Marseille transfer activity

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/20260822-olympique-de-marseille-transfer-activity
> Updated: 2026-08-22T05:32:00.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Olympique de Marseille is navigating a complex transfer window following the departure of goalkeeper Gerónimo Rulli to Manchester City. While the club previously targeted 21-year-old Matthieu Epolo from Standard de Liège—who was valued at 8 million euros—recent reports have disputed the immediacy of that specific deal.

To fund new acquisitions, Marseille is considering the sale of key players, with Leonardo Balerdi and Quinten Timber identified as potential candidates to generate necessary capital. In contrast, the club appears committed to retaining Nayef Aguerd and Pierre-Emile Höjbjerg, with manager Bruno Genesio expressing a desire to keep the latter in the squad.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-22: Olympique de Marseille manages transfer strategy amid player departures

Olympique de Marseille is managing transfer activity following Gerónimo Rulli's departure, weighing the potential sale of players like Leonardo Balerdi to fund new signings.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/french-football-as-saint-tienne-signs-mbambi-tolisso-criticizes-lfp

### 2026-08-11: Olympique de Marseille targets Martin Bulka and sets 50M€ price for Igor Paixão

Olympique de Marseille is seeking 50 million euros for Igor Paixão, who demands a strong sporting project, while negotiations for goalkeeper Martin Bulka are reportedly advancing positively.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/olympique-de-marseille-targets-martin-bulka-and-sets-50m-price-for-igor-paixo

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