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Mason Greenwood sends out strong message to Roberto De Zerbi amid recent criticism and after being benched by Marseille boss against PSG

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<p>Greenwood has been one of Marseille’s most prolific goal scorers this season, netting 15 goals in Ligue 1. However, despite his impressive record, he has found himself on the sidelines in recent weeks with <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/mason-greenwood-warned-booted-out-marseille-understand-roberto-de-zerbi-ligue-1-giantsbig-risk-ex-man-utd-forward/blt96f7bacc3de8d9d3#cs9e6d338187ccfa2f" target="_blank">De Zerbi frustrated with the striker’s attitude and commitment.</a></p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>Before Marseille’s recent match against Paris Saint-Germain, De Zerbi justified Greenwood’s absence by stating that the player was <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/mason-greenwood-benching-classique-psg-explained-marseille-roberto-de-zerbi-ex-man-utd-forward-ousmane-dembele/blt8e2ba7613b1d7eb2" target="_blank">“not in the right physical condition to play.” </a>In addition to questioning his fitness levels, De Zerbi also suggested that Greenwood was <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/revealed-why-mason-greenwood-irritated-roberto-de-zerbi-could-be-benched-again-marseille-boss/blt269848d6c6ea2dba" target="_blank">not doing enough</a> to earn his place in the team. </p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>Rather than accept his recent exclusion, Greenwood has taken matters into his own hands in an effort to show that he is not giving up without a fight. During the international break, Marseille granted a four-day rest period to players not involved in international duty, allowing them time to recharge before the season’s final stretch. </p><p>However, Greenwood returned to training two days earlier than scheduled on Wednesday at the Commanderie training centre, eager to put in extra work ahead of his teammates' return on Friday. His decision to resume training ahead of schedule has not gone unnoticed within the club. According to reports from <a href="https://rmcsport.bfmtv.com/football/ligue-1/om-greenwood-a-repris-l-entrainement-deux-jours-avant-le-groupe_AV-202503200594.html" target="_blank"><em>RMC Sport,</em></a> his commitment has been highly appreciated by Marseille’s coaching staff and management. While De Zerbi had previously questioned Greenwood’s physical condition and level of involvement, the striker’s latest actions suggest that he is willing to put in the work to address these concerns. </p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="fr" dir="ltr">𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥, 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹, travail 🦾⚡️ <a href="https://t.co/jk4JcH1UO4">pic.twitter.com/jk4JcH1UO4</a></p>— Olympique de Marseille (@OM_Officiel) <a href="https://twitter.com/OM_Officiel/status/1902808154582479028?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 20, 2025</a></blockquote>
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<p>Marseille will return to action against Reims on March 29, and all eyes will be on Greenwood’s role in the squad. His recent exclusion from the starting lineup was a clear sign that De Zerbi expects more from him, but his proactive approach in training could help him win back a starting berth. </p>

WHAT NEXT FOR GREENWOOD?

Mason Greenwood sends out strong message to Roberto De Zerbi amid recent criticism and after being benched by Marseille boss against PSG | Goal.com

Mason Greenwood sent out a strong message to Roberto De Zerbi after the striker was benched by the Marseille boss against Paris Saint-Germain.

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