FM Exclusive: Marseille basically abandons Zimikas, left-back Emerson is the first choice for West Ham

Hupu, August 25, reported that French media FootMercato chief reporter Santi Aouna exclusively that Marseille is inspecting two left-back players, considering that Oh Fu is buying it.

Costas Zimikas (Liverpool) and Emerson Palmieri (West Ham United) are both targets, but the current trend is the 31-year-old Italian international.

This Italian international, who played 29 times for the national team, was the starter of West Ham United last year. He made 31 appearances last season (contributing 2 goals and 1 assist) and has rich experience.

Compared with Zimikas, Emerson also has three major advantages. First, the West Ham United left-back will be free to move in 2026, and he can leave West Ham United with a free transfer.

This is good news for Marseille's financial situation and the many signings to be completed (Dani Sebalos, Joel Aldoñes, Edon Gegrova).

Secondly, the Brazil-born player speaks Portuguese, which will help him communicate with Brazil's left-wing forward Pycho, who will work with him.

In addition, the Italian international has an advantage, that is, he played in Lyon in the 2021-2022 season and competed in the Ligue 1.