Timothy Weah, son of Ballon d’Or winner and former Liberian president George Weah, is heading back to familiar ground in France, this time in the blue and white of Olympique de Marseille.
The 24-year-old U.S.A international has officially joined Marseille from Juventus on a season-long loan deal valued at €1 million. The agreement includes an obligation for Marseille to make the move permanent next summer for €14 million, plus an additional €3 million in performance-related add-ons. Juventus has also secured a 10% sell-on clause should Marseille offload Weah in the future.
Sources close to the negotiations reveal that Weah had multiple offers from English Premier League sides but opted to return to Ligue 1, a league where he once honed his skills at Paris Saint-Germain and later won the title with Lille. His decision is seen as a calculated move to secure regular playing time and flourish under new Marseille head coach Roberto De Zerbi, who is expected to implement an attacking, high-intensity system that suits Weah’s strengths.
The American winger struggled to lock down a consistent starting role in Turin, where he was often deployed out of position and faced stiff competition for minutes. At Marseille, he’s expected to play a more central role in the team’s wide attacking setup, potentially offering him the stability and form he needs ahead of the 2026 World Cup, which the U.S. will co-host.
For Marseille, the acquisition fits into a broader rebuilding effort under De Zerbi, who is looking to inject youth and dynamism into the squad following a transitional 2024/25 campaign. Fans are already buzzing at the prospect of Weah’s pace and flair lighting up the Stade Vélodrome, especially with the club eyeing a return to Champions League contention.
Weah’s journey from PSG prospect to Juventus rotation player and now Marseille’s newest weapon marks another chapter in what’s been a winding but promising career path. With the backing of a historic club, a passionate fanbase, and a coach known for player development, the upcoming season might just be Timothy Weah’s breakout moment in European football.
