Marseille are reportedly working on a deal to sign Oleksandr Zinchenko, with The Athletic’s David Ornstein confirming that the French club has made an approach.
🚨 EXCL: Marseille working on deal to sign Oleksandr Zinchenko from Arsenal. #OM exploring permanent move for 28yo defender but complicated by Ukraine int’l #AFC salary - significant issue + solution needed for deal to advance; talks ongoing @TheAthleticFC https://t.co/21vfZFo5li
— David Ornstein (@David_Ornstein) August 29, 2025
The transfer, if completed, would be a significant coup for Marseille and would see the Ukraine international leave Arsenal after a difficult period in North London.
According to Ornstein, Marseille are exploring a permanent move for the versatile defender, but any immediate move is complicated by his high salary at Arsenal, which is reportedly £200,000 a week.
This is a "significant issue," and a solution is needed for the deal to advance.
For Zinchenko, the move would offer him a much-needed fresh start.
His usage at Arsenal dropped significantly last season, sparking rumours about his future.
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He was not in the squad for Arsenal’s 2025/26 season opener against Manchester United, further signifying that his time with the Gunners is coming to a close.
For Arsenal, the deal would be a way to raise funds and streamline their squad.
The club is well-stocked in both midfield and left-back, with new signing Riccardo Calafiori and the rising star Myles Lewis-Skelly securing the left-back position.
Having served the club well, it now appears that Zinchenko’s time as an Arsenal player is coming to a close.
The situation is a fascinating one for all parties.
For Arsenal, the sale of Zinchenko would be a way to recoup a significant fee for a player they signed for just £30 million and to trim their squad.
For Marseille, it would be a major coup, and for Zinchenko, it's a decision that will define the next chapter of his career.
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