OM Mercato: Genesio may hand surprise starter role to De Lange

In the bustling Stade Vélodrome, whispers of a dramatic reshuffle swirl as OM Mercato hints that Bruno Genesio may hand the starting goalkeeper role to an unexpected player this season. The surprise could see Jeffrey De Lange, long‑awaiting a return to FC Twente, thrust into the limelight amid Gerónimo Rulli’s uncertain future.

The summer Mercato could completely reshuffle the hierarchy of OM’s goalkeepers. With the possibility of Gerónimo Rulli departing, the coaching staff under Bruno Genesio may be forced to promote a new starter. The scenario has already sparked debate among Marseille… supporters.

Gerónimo Rulli, the 34‑year‑old Argentine, remains linked with Manchester City, keeping his future uncertain. Si the Argentine leaves, Marseille would lose its first‑choice keeper without a ready replacement. The club therefore faces a delicate balancing act.

Jeffrey De Lange, 28, had been attracted by the idea of returning to his former club FC Twente. Un offer from the Dutch side was rejected by OM, which deemed the proposals insufficient. The talks between the two clubs fell through, leaving De Lange in limbo.

Twente ultimately turned its attention to Joël Drommel from PSV Eindhoven, a move that would have displeased De Lange, according to reports. Mais the Dutch club’s decision underscores the lack of a clear path back for the Dutch keeper. The Club’s stance highlights the complexity of the situation.

De Lange is under contract with OM until June 2027 and is valued internally, including by the new staff of Bruno Genesio. Yet he has not received any guarantee of becoming the number‑one goalkeeper should Rulli depart. This leaves him in an uncomfortable position, with his market value also under consideration.

Marseille cannot afford to lose both keepers without a credible replacement. If Rulli’s exit materialises and OM cannot secure an immediate replacement, De Lange could be promoted to starter by default, a surprise for a player who originally sought a move back to Twente. A new name, Noah Atubolu of Fribourg, has also entered the short‑list, prompting supporters to voice their opinions on the evolving situation.