Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang hailed Mason Greenwood as the "star boy" as the former Arsenal striker admitted his excitement at linking up with the English forward at Marseille. The 36-year-old forward, who previously spent the 2023–24 season with the French club, returns after parting ways with Saudi Pro League side Al-Qadsiah earlier this month. He left the Saudi club on a free transfer and has reportedly signed a new deal that keeps him at Marseille until the summer of 2027.

Marseille forward Mason Greenwood is being tipped to leave this summer in a club record transfer amid interest from Saudi Arabia.

Neymar could soon be playing alongside Mason Greenwood, with a shock move to Marseille for the Santos superstar being speculated on.

Mason Greenwood remains in red-hot form for Marseille in pre-season, with his goal tally being taken to five through three appearances.

Marseille boss Roberto De Zerbi is pleasantly surprised to see the change in Mason Greenwood as the former Manchester United star returned for pre-season as an improved player. Greenwood is on fire after his holidays as he has already scored four goals in two friendly matches, including a hat-trick against Dutch side Excelsior Maassluis.