Youssoufa Moukoko has opted to join French giants Olympique Marseille on loan, according to reports.
Despite offers from more than 5 clubs around Europe, Moukoko has decided to move to France.
Youssoufa Moukoko To Olympique Marseille
Reports indicate that Youssoufa Moukoko is intrigued by the project of Olympique Marseille and he has agreed personal terms with the Ligue 1 side.
Olympique Marseille are currently negotiating with Borussia Dortmund to finalize the loan deal, which will reportedly include a buy option clause.
Moukoko is looking to develop further in his career and joining Olympique Marseille presents the best option for him, given he will also be working under former Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi.
The 19-year-old made 27 appearances for Borussia Dortmund in the 2023/24 season, scoring 6 goals and providing 1 assist.
The competition for places at the arrowhead unit of the Black and Yellows meant that it would be difficult for him to get a consistent starting shirt at the club.
The arrival of Serhou Guirassy to Borrusia Dortmund, also indicated that Youssoufa Moukoko would have had to manage minimal playing time in the coming season.
Who Is Youssoufa Moukoko?
He is a professional footballer who plays as a striker for Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund but is on the verge of joining Olympique Marseille.
Moukoko’s Personal Information?
Moukoko was born in Yaounde, Cameroon, on November 20, 2004, to father Joseph and mother Marie Moukoko.
Youssoufa Moukoko has four siblings and his older brother, Borel, 24, has played for clubs like Apejes FC, KF Ferizaj, and SW Essen.
Moukoko is a practicing Muslim, who always offers prayers in the changing room.
His parents live in Hamburg, and he frequently travels to the Hanseatic city to meet with them.
Additionally, Youssoufa Moukoko’s father and mother always travel to Dortmund for every home game, to keep up to date with their son.
Youssoufa Moukoko’s Market Value And Net Worth?
His market value according to Transfermkt is €22 million, while his net worth is estimated to be between the region of €5 million – €8 million.
Youssoufa Moukoko Career Stats?
The 19-year-old has made 99 appearances for Borussia Dortmund, scoring 18 goals and providing 8 assists across all competitions.
Internationally, Moukoko has made 2 appearances for the Black and Yellows, scoring no goal and providing no assists.
Youssoufa Moukoko’s Salary?
Moukoko takes home about €115,000 per week at Borussia Dortmund.
Moukoko’s Achievements?
He has won just the DFB-POKAL thus far in his professional football career.
His Position?
Youssoufa Moukoko plays mainly as a center-forward, but can also function as a second striker.
Olympique Marseille’s Underwhelming 2023/24 Season
Moreover, Olympique Marseille ended the 2023/24 Ligue 1 season in 8th position under now-former boss Jean-Louis Gasset.
Gasset replaced Gennaro Gattuso as manager of the French giants in February 2024, with the hope of galvanizing the club to success.
Olympique Marseille’s underwhelming season was a complete contrast to their outing in the 2022/23 campaign, where they finished 3rd on the log and were hoping to build on their impressive display in the subsequent term.
It will be interesting to see how Roberto De Zerbi will marshall Olympique Marseille in the upcoming season, as they aim for better fortunes in the 2024/25 season, given the signings they have also made.
