European suitors close in on Marseille’s Amine Gouiri

With the transfer window drawing to a close, Olympique de Marseille is set to receive concrete proposals for Algerian international striker Amine Gouiri, sparking a Mercato buzz around the forward as clubs from Italy, Spain and England monitor his progress.

European clubs line up for Gouiri

Lazio are following Gouiri closely in Italy.

Côme also keeps a watchful eye on the striker.

Atlético de Madrid have identified Gouiri as a target in Spain.

Villarreal likewise have placed the Algerian international on their shortlist.

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Everton are pushing strongly for the player in England.

Gouiri’s status as an Algerian international adds to his appeal across the continent.

Marseille aims to retain the striker

Marseille head coach Bruno Genesio has praised Gouiri’s profile.

Genesio has expressed a clear desire to retain the striker for the upcoming season.

Gouiri himself says he feels particularly comfortable wearing the Marseille colours.

However, the influx of firm offers in the final hours of the market could influence the club’s decision.