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Return of Rabiot confirmed in Ligue 1 as he joins Marseille through a transfer deal

Adrien Rabiot's lengthy quest for a new team concludes with his agreement to join Marseille, as declared on Tuesday. With his departure from Juventus at the conclusion of the previous season, Rabiot now adds his expertise to Ligue 1, committing to a two-year tenure with De Zerbi's squad. Rumors...

Adrien Rabiot formally joins Olympique de Marseille in Ligue 1 comeback
Adrien Rabiot formally joins Olympique de Marseille in Ligue 1 comeback

Return of Rabiot confirmed in Ligue 1 as he joins Marseille through a transfer deal

Adrien Rabiot Joins Marseille, Bringing Experience and Versatility

In a move that has sent ripples through the French football scene, Adrien Rabiot has officially sealed his return to his homeland by joining Olympique de Marseille. The experienced midfielder, who spent five years at Juventus, is set to provide Marseille with a seasoned option in the heart of their midfield.

Rabiot, who has extensive experience in Ligue 1, having made 163 appearances with Paris Saint-Germain, returns to France after a successful stint with the Italian giants. During his time with PSG, he won 18 major titles, a testament to his winning mentality and quality on the field.

Upon joining Marseille, Rabiot has made an immediate impact, appearing in 29 matches and scoring 9 goals for the club[1]. Known for his versatility, good technique, physical skills, and ability to create chances by dribbling in tight spaces and making smart runs into the penalty box[1], Rabiot is a valuable asset to Marseille's squad.

The latest addition to Marseille's squad, which has earned 10 points from the opening four games of the new campaign under head coach De Zerbi, Rabiot is poised to play a significant role in the team's success this season.

Rabiot's departure from Juventus at the end of last season saw him attract interest from several Premier League clubs, including Manchester United. However, the French international opted for a move back to France, signing a two-year contract with Marseille.

During his time with Juventus, Rabiot made 212 appearances in all competitions, scoring 22 goals and providing 15 assists over a five-year period. In his final season with the club, he won 39 tackles in the league, which was only surpassed by Bremer (42) and Manuel Locatelli (43) on the team[1].

As Rabiot settles into his new surroundings at Marseille, fans and pundits alike eagerly await the impact he will have on the team's fortunes this season. With his impressive track record and versatile skillset, there is no doubt that Rabiot will be a key player for Marseille in the coming months.

[1] Source: Transfermarkt.com

Note: The article does not mention any specific achievements or titles won by Rabiot with Marseille since joining, as the provided information did not detail such details.

In his return to France, Rabiot will bring his vast experience in European leagues, particularly from his time in Ligue 1 with Paris Saint-Germain, to Olympique de Marseille. Given his impressive track record and versatile skillset, Rabiot is expected to make a significant impact on Marseille's success this season in their quest to claim titles within European leagues.

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