Marseille’s Disciplinary Actions Following Poor Start
Following a disappointing start to the Ligue 1 season, where Marseille suffered a defeat against Stade Rennais, manager Roberto De Zerbi has announced that midfielder Adrien Rabiot and winger Jonathan Rowe will no longer be part of the first team. This decision comes in response to an altercation between the two players that erupted in the dressing room after the match.
Transfer List Announcement
The club confirmed on Tuesday that both Rabiot, who has only one year remaining on his contract, and Rowe, who joined Marseille from Norwich a year ago, have been placed on the transfer list and must secure new teams by September 1. “
The decision was made due to unacceptable conduct in the locker room post-match, which aligns with our internal code of conduct and has the full support of the coaching staff.
” Marseille stated.
Details of the Altercation
Tempers flared amongst the players as Rabiot confronted Rowe, alleging that the young winger was not putting forth sufficient effort in the contest, which saw Marseille play with a numerical advantage for a significant portion of the match. The exchange escalated from verbal insults to a physical confrontation, leading to their expulsion from the squad as a disciplinary measure.
Manager’s Concerns and Future Prospects
De Zerbi had previously expressed dissatisfaction with Rabiot’s level of commitment during preseason training. Despite being one of the team’s most valuable players last season and their top earner, the manager felt Rabiot’s attitude was lacking. In contrast, Rowe’s future also appears uncertain with interest from clubs in England, including Sunderland and Leeds United. In the meantime, Rabiot has drawn the attention of former club Juventus, as well as Inter Milan, highlighting significant options for both players ahead of the transfer window’s closing date.
