Marseille are very close to wrapping up a €13m deal to sign Atlético Madrid left-back and Brazil international Renan Lodi (25), according to a report this afternoon from L’Equipe. The 25-year-old was deemed surplus to requirements with the Colchoneros as he was allowed to spend the most recent campaign on loan at Premier League side Nottingham Forest. It would be quite a smart signing for the Marcelino-led Marseille squad, given Lodi’s experience. The 16-times Brazil international was tied to Atlético Madrid with a contract set to expire in 2026.
Foot Mercato add that there will be a 20% sell-on percentage fee clause included in the deal.
The French publication understand that Les Phocéens are in the market for three full-backs. Portuguese left-back Nuno Tavares returned to parent club Arsenal after spending last season at Marseille on loan whilst Sead Kolašinac left on a free to sign for Atalanta. Lodi would be the second Marseille signing of this summer transfer window after defensive midfielder Geoffrey Kondogbia, who also joined from Atlético Madrid.
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