Marseille Chief Denies Player Dispute Over Mason Greenwood

Marseille sporting director Medhi Benatia has strongly denied recent reports that senior players Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg and Adrien Rabiot refused to play with Mason Greenwood or requested his removal from the squad. These rumors emerged amid criticisms of Greenwood's recent performances and questions regarding his attitude, highlighted by a poor rating in a loss to Monaco. Benatia defended both Hojbjerg and Rabiot as consummate professionals focused on the team's success, dismissing suggestions of any internal conflict or attempts to undermine Greenwood. Manager Roberto De Zerbi also addressed Greenwood's form, stating the forward needs to show greater consistency and determination to fulfill his potential. Benatia suggested that such rumors are attempts to disrupt the club, emphasizing unity within the team despite recent struggles. Greenwood, who is Marseille's top scorer this season, has been restored to the starting lineup after a brief period out due to performance concerns.