Lazio President Criticizes Mason Greenwood After Marseille Snub
- Lazio had a bid for Mason Greenwood rejected by Manchester United after his successful loan at Getafe.
- Greenwood chose to join Marseille for £30 million, a decision that sparked controversy due to dropped charges against him.
- Lazio's president emphasized the club's preference for players who genuinely want to join, rather than those seen as 'mercenaries.'
In Italy, Lazio club president Claudio Lotito expressed no regrets over missing out on signing Mason Greenwood from Manchester United during the summer transfer window. Lazio had a bid rejected by United after Greenwood's successful loan season at Getafe, where he scored ten goals and provided six assists. Ultimately, Greenwood chose to join Marseille for a £30 million deal, a decision that Lotito respects, stating that Lazio prefers players who genuinely want to be part of the club rather than 'mercenaries.' Greenwood's transfer to Marseille was not without controversy, as charges against him were dropped due to the withdrawal of key witnesses. Marseille's president, Pablo Longoria, revealed that the decision to sign Greenwood was influenced by the club's new manager, Roberto de Zerbi, who expressed a strong desire to bring the forward to France. Since joining Marseille, Greenwood has made a significant impact, scoring five goals in his first seven Ligue 1 matches, all within his first three games. This performance has drawn attention and raised questions about the implications of his transfer amidst the surrounding controversies.