'I expect more from him' - Mason Greenwood called out by coach Roberto De Zerbi for 'not doing enough' despite impressive Marseille record

Greenwood has been a standout performer for Marseille this season, finding the net 15 times in Ligue 1. Despite his exploits in front of goal, Greenwood’s overall contribution to the team has come under scrutiny, particularly from his manager De Zerbi. The Italian coach, who took charge of Marseille this season, believes that while the 22-year-old attacker has been prolific in front of goal, he still has much more to offer regarding his work rate and consistency.

Speaking in a press conference, De Zerbi said: "I wanted him here, I said it over and over again. He was the first player I contacted, even before I signed for Marseille. I had already spoken to his father. No one can have more respect for him than I do.

“But that doesn’t change anything: I expect more from him. He has to do more, because what he is currently showing is not enough. If he wants to achieve his ambition of becoming a champion, he has to be more consistent, sacrifice more and be more determined. Otherwise, we as a team always fall back into the same pattern: a very good match, then a defeat at Auxerre, then a victory against Nantes… It’s too irregular, it’s like waves. And that’s something I don’t like.”

As Greenwood continues to thrive at Marseille, reports suggest that his time in France could be short-lived. According to GIVEMESPORT, the forward is increasingly likely to leave the club in 2025, with several European powerhouses monitoring his situation including clubs such as Paris Saint-Germain, Barcelona, and Atletico Madrid.

With Marseille set to face Lens in their next Ligue 1 fixture on Saturday, Greenwood will have another opportunity to prove his manager wrong and demonstrate his full capabilities.