LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 27: Emerson Palmieri of West Ham United is challenged by Jamie Vardy of Leicester City during the Premier League match between West Ham United FC and Leicester City FC at London Stadium on February 27, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
Marseille are finalizing a deal with Emerson Palmieri (31) for the Italy international left-back to join Les Phocéens, according to L’Equipe. The former Chelsea full-back is expected to agree to a contract termination with West Ham United before joining Roberto De Zerbi’s squad as a free agent. Emerson Palmieri is set to sign a two-year deal with Marseille.
The outlet adds that Marseille previously considered a loan move for Liverpool left-back Kostas Tsimikas. Marseille are in the market for a left-back after parting ways with Quentin Merlin, who joined Ligue 1 rivals Rennes. Palmieri, who has entered the final months of his contract, would make his return to Ligue 1 after spending the 2021-2022 season at Lyon on loan from Chelsea FC.
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