As Manchester United continue to struggle under new manager Ruben Amorim, former Red Devil Mason Greenwood is flourishing in France, catching the eye of European giants Paris Saint-Germain.
The 23-year-old forward, who joined Olympique de Marseille last summer, has been in scintillating form this season. Greenwood has notched an impressive 15 goals and 4 assists in just 24 appearances across all competitions, firmly establishing himself as one of Ligue 1’s most potent attackers.
Greenwood’s goalscoring prowess was on full display in Marseille’s recent 5-1 thrashing of Saint-Etienne, where he coolly slotted home a penalty. His overall performance in the match was a testament to his growing influence, as he registered five shots and created a key chance for his teammates.
The Englishman’s tally of 14 league goals is particularly striking when compared to the output of Manchester United’s current crop of attackers. Remarkably, Greenwood has single-handedly matched the combined league goal total of United’s top three scorers: Amad, Bruno Fernandes, and Joshua Zirkzee.
Greenwood’s resurgence has not gone unnoticed in the transfer market. His estimated value has skyrocketed from a mere £4 million before his loan spell at Getafe last season to a current valuation of £29 million, according to Transfermarkt.com.
This dramatic increase in value has reportedly caught the attention of Paris Saint-Germain. Sources suggest that the French champions are closely monitoring Greenwood’s situation and have already tabled a substantial £62 million bid for the forward’s services come summer.
The potential windfall from any future Greenwood transfer could prove to be a significant boost for Manchester United’s coffers. The club is believed to have negotiated a sell-on clause of between 40 to 50 percent when they sanctioned his move to Marseille. This foresight could result in a much-needed financial injection for the Red Devils, who are eager to strengthen their squad in the upcoming transfer window.
Greenwood’s renaissance in France has been nothing short of remarkable. His consistent performances have not only propelled Marseille up the Ligue 1 table but have also reignited interest from Europe’s elite clubs. As he continues to find the back of the net with regularity, the young forward’s stock is only likely to rise further.
For Manchester United supporters, Greenwood’s success abroad may be bittersweet. While his development is a testament to the club’s renowned academy, his absence is keenly felt as the team struggles to find consistent goalscorers under Amorim’s stewardship.
As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Greenwood’s next move. Whether he remains at Marseille, makes a high-profile switch to PSG, or attracts interest from other top European sides, one thing is certain: the former Manchester United prodigy is once again making headlines for all the right reasons on the pitch.
