Years after their last matches in the Olympique de Marseille jersey, Joey Barton and Brandao could be back.
They dream of it anyway.
The reality looks different.
After the announcement of Gennaro Gattuso's dismissal, both players posted messages on their social networks, saying they were ready to take up the challenge.
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Barton left fans with fond memories.
The English midfielder was not the last to go and tickle his opponent, no matter who appeared opposite.
But on the bench, he did not necessarily experience the same success as on the pitch.
Passed by Fleetwood Town (208-2021) and Bristol (2021-2023) in the 3rd English division, these two experiences are not enough to convince the Marseille leaders.
Brandao also hopes to return to the Marseille city.
A center forward who won the 2010 title under Deschamps, the Brazilian couldn't dream of a better opportunity.
In the columns of
Ouest-France
a few days ago, he declared that he was in contact with Pablo Longoria in order to start training young people.
Despite these two proposals, more funny than really credible, OM leaders should turn to a coach with a little more experience and experience.
For the moment the name of Jean-Louis Gasset comes up a lot, to be continued.