Olympique Marseille are closing in on signing Geoffrey Kondogbia from Atletico Madrid, according to reports.
The Central African Republic International is set to pen a long-term deal that will see him stay at the French outfit until the summer of 2026.
Kondogbia’s deal with Les Phocéens is set to include the option for an additional year, meaning he could remain with Marseille until 2027.
Olympique Marseille have already sorted out their managerial position with the arrival of Marcelino Garcia and they are now focused on making signings to the team.
According to transfer Guru, Fabrizio Romano, Marseille are in advanced talks to acquire Geoffrey Kondogbia from Atletico Madrid.
The current deal of the 30-year-old expires next summer and he isn’t keen on renewing his deal with the Colchoneros.
Olympique Marseille hold talks with Atletico Madrid over signing Geoffrey Kondogbia for €7 million
Olympique Marseille are currently discussing with Atletico Madrid over ironing out a deal worth around €7 million for Kondogbia.
Fabrizio Romano also revealed that the former Valencia midfielder agreed personal terms with the French side last week.
Geoffrey Kondogbia could be coming into Marseille as a replacement for Matteo Guendozi.
Guendozi has been linked with a return back to the Premier League this summer with West Ham reported to be interested in acquiring the services of the Frenchman.
Kondogbia feels he isn’t in the plans of Diego Simeone and he is desiring a return to the Ligue 1, a league he once blossomed representing clubs like Monaco and Lens.
Atletico Madrid have already lined up his replacement, with the club in negotiation with representatives of Morocco International Sofyan Amrabat.
However, the Spanish giants are yet to begin talks with Fiorentina for the Moroccan.
Who is Geoffrey Kondogbia and when was he born?
Kondogbia is a professional footballer who currently plays as a defensive midfielder for Atlético Madrid but he is on the verge of joining Olympique Marseille.
Kondogbia was born on the 15th of February 1993.
Geoffrey Kondogbia’s girlfriend?
According to reports, Kondogbia is currently single.
His family?
Information concerning his family is unknown as he hasn’t revealed much about his family.
Geoffrey Kondogbia’s net worth, salary and market value.
The net worth of Geoffrey Kondogbia is estimated to be about £41 – £45 million and he earns £107, 000 per week at Atletico Madrid.
According to Transfermkt, Kondogbia’s market value is €14,000,000.
Geoffrey Kondogbia’s stats?
He has scored 15 goals and provided 21 goals in 397 appearances so far in his career.
Clubs Geoffrey Kondogbia has played for?
The 30-year-old has represented several clubs namely; Lens, Sevilla, Monaco, Inter Milan, Valencia and Atletico Madrid.
Geoffrey Kondogbia attributes?
Kondogbia is a strong, lively and industrious defensive midfielder who has got great tackling abilities.
Where can Geoffrey Kondogbia function?
His primary position is defensive midfield but he can also function as a central midfielder.
