Atletico Madrid are reportedly interested in signing former Manchester United striker Mason Greenwood, who now plays for Marseille. United sold Greenwood to the French Ligue 1 side in the summer of 2024 but secured a sell-on clause entitling them to a major portion of any future transfer fee. The clause is widely understood to be between 40 and 50 per cent, providing United with a financial boost for their next transfer if he moves.
Atletico Madrid Interest Confirmed
French publication L'Equipe claims that Atletico head coach Diego Simeone has requested Greenwood's signing. The Argentine seeks to reinforce attacking positions following the departures of Antoine Griezmann, Nico Gonzalez, and the likely exit of Julian Alvarez.
Turkish side Fenerbahce and Italian Serie A teams Juventus and Roma are also reportedly interested in Greenwood.
Marseille's Valuation and Potential Swaps
Italian publication Tuttosport reports that Marseille have set a £42 million valuation on Greenwood – a fee Juventus may find difficult to meet through a straight cash deal. However, the excellent relationship between the two clubs could lead to a creative solution involving player swaps. It is claimed that Jonathan David or Edon Zhegrova could be included in negotiations to lower the overall fee, though such a scenario would reduce United's share from a potential sale.
Greenwood's Form and Potential
Greenwood has scored 48 goals in 81 appearances for Marseille. His impressive form led former Marseille boss Roberto De Zerbi to back him for the Ballon d'Or. De Zerbi said: "I see him every day, he has huge potential. I don't see any other players in Europe at the same level. He has the potential to win the Ballon d'Or. It will be up to him to decide whether he wants to do everything he can to fight for it or not."
De Zerbi added: "At the level of the qualities that nature has given him, that his parents have given him, I think he is worthy of the Ballon d'Or. I would like him to be more consistent. I know he needs to press with more intensity, he needs to manage the ball better when the team is in trouble, not lose the ball easily, but keep it to allow the team to move up because he has the ability to do it."
International Allegiance
Greenwood, who has one England cap, switched international allegiances to Jamaica last year. In August 2025, he received his passport for the Caribbean nation, opening the door for him to represent his grandparents' country.
