Mason Greenwood has conveyed his deep appreciation to Marseille and their dedicated supporters through an emotional farewell message after finalising his permanent move to Fenerbahce. The English forward leaves the French club following a highly successful two-year stint, securing a lucrative switch to the Turkish giants.

Greenwood bids farewell to France

Just hours after Fenerbahce officially announced his arrival, Greenwood took to social media to express his gratitude to Marseille. Reflecting on his two seasons at the Stade Velodrome, he acknowledged the unwavering support he received from the fans throughout his time in France.

In his message, Greenwood wrote: “As my journey at Olympique de Marseille comes to an end, I want to thank you. It was a privilege to represent this club. To the supporters, thank you for standing by me at every step. Your support meant everything, and I will always carry these memories with me. I wish the club nothing but the best for the future. Thank you, Marseille.”

Big-money transfer confirmed

The Turkish powerhouse confirmed Greenwood’s signing on a four-year deal, tying him to Istanbul for the foreseeable future. Fenerbahce agreed to pay Marseille €39 million for the transfer, structured across three years in equal instalments. The move represents a major financial statement from the Super Lig side as they aim to assemble a team capable of domestic dominance.

Marseille sporting director Gregory Lorenzi recently revealed that the club achieved their desired financial outcome from the deal, opting to capitalise on Greenwood’s peak market value after two outstanding seasons in Ligue 1.

Impressive spell in Ligue 1

Greenwood’s time in France was marked by remarkable performances. In his debut campaign, he recorded 22 goals and six assists in 36 matches, playing a crucial role in helping Marseille secure Champions League qualification. He followed that up with an even more productive second season, scoring 26 goals and providing 11 assists across 45 appearances in all competitions.

His stellar form caught the attention of Atletico Madrid, who had identified Greenwood as a potential long-term replacement for Antoine Griezmann. However, negotiations between the Spanish club and Marseille broke down unexpectedly, paving the way for Fenerbahce to step in and complete the €39 million deal.

What lies ahead for Greenwood?

Greenwood is now set to travel to Istanbul to join his new Fenerbahce teammates for pre-season training. The forward will be keen to settle quickly into his new environment and continue his impressive scoring run in the Turkish top flight. Fenerbahce fans will be hoping that their high-profile signing can immediately drive the club toward domestic success when the new season begins.