Marseille president Pablo Longoria said on Monday the club had offered Chile midfielder Alexis Sanchez an improved deal in the hope of keeping him at the Velodrome next season.The 34-year-old former Arsenal and Manchester United playmaker’s contract at the French club ends later this month. He scored 14 goals in 35 appearances as Marseille finished third in Ligue 1 in Sanchez’s first campaign with the 1993 Champions League winners – and Longoria highlighted his examplory professionalism.”Alexis’ season was very positive. By his technical standards and his daily work, he was an exemplary leader. Discussions have started in a positive way. We’ve offered him a higher salary.” ##NAJAVA_MECA_7305975##Following Saturday’s loss to relegated Ajaccio on the last day of the season, Longoria’s side are looking for a new coach after Croat Igor Tudor left the club. Marseille will feature in the Champions League qualifying play-offs after finishing third behind Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint-Germain and second-placed Lens.𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐂𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐄 🇨🇱🌟@Alexis_Sanchez is Marseille’s Player of the Season! pic.twitter.com/Yg5jc2BqBj— Ligue 1 English (@Ligue1_ENG) May 27, 2023 For the club president, it’s important to find someone who will bring exciting football to Stade Velodrome.”Firstly, we have to establish a profile and get to know the new coach well. We have to play in a way that pleases our fans. So, we need an attacking game plan, a little bit of rock and roll, a little bit of spice.”
