He was one of Andrea Berta's greatest wishes, he followed him all season and was in contact with his agents quite frequently. But he didn't convince all the higher authorities of the club; there were many who didn't see a good deal in his transfer. Not only for the reasons beyond the sport itself, but because they believed that the investment was really risky, thus the big offer was never made as expected to Mason Greenwood.
After shining at Getafe CF, The British footballer has joined Olympique de Marseille this summer, a club where his transfer is already beginning to pay off. They are not the exclusive owners of the player, since Manchester United has a buyback option for which they could make any kind of decision. In Marseille they know this and are aware that the Red Devils are not going to let the opportunity to do business slip away.
This is inferred from reports coming out of England: The club at Old Trafford still have the option of signing him back. Although he isn't part of their short-term plans, the English club understands that he is a potential star and that they can make a profit. If it weren't for his background, he would even have the chance to play for the club of his lifetime again, but what will happen remains uncertain.
Ratcliffe Wanted to Get Him Back
Jim Ratcliffe intended to give him the chance to return home, but it was the fans themselves who, through social media, shot down his desire to get him back. The former Manchester United owner claimed that the player was innocent and that he had a right to be given a chance. However, the club's sporting department disagreed with him.
The fact is that now in Marseille, with new Italian coach Roberto De Zerbi, Mason is starting to show an interesting level. And, according to media such as GOAL, the red-white have not forgotten about him, even though the transfer could not be completed this summer. Andrea Berta pursues the desire to sign him and maintains a great relationship with Marseille and Pablo Longoria.
Recent Business with Marseille
There have been quite a few recent deals between the Provençal club and the colchoneros: Renan Lodi, Geoffrey Kondogbia and Thomas Lemar was almost gone, too. Although the Guadeloupe native could end up at the Marseille team, he is one of the names being studied for the future. Mason Greenwood signed with Olympique de Marseille until 2029 for around 30 million euros.
The bet is paying off for the Orange Vélodrome team; in just 4 games he's scored 5 goals and 1 assist, making him the new greatest idol of the team. Berta has not forgotten about his desire and, if he is within reach, he will go for it. This time he doesn't want him to get away. The Italian sporting director will have to overcome, once again, Gil Marín's stance, which wasn't supportive at all.