Mason Greenwood’s resurgence at Marseille continues to gather momentum, with Roberto De Zerbi tipping the English forward to develop into a “complete player” capable of joining Europe’s elite. After a 21-goal debut Ligue 1 campaign, Greenwood is thriving under De Zerbi’s system and now faces a defining test against Paris Saint-Germain.
Mason Greenwood’s revival in France is showing no signs of slowing down. The Marseille forward, who joined the club after leaving Manchester United, has quickly become the talisman of Roberto De Zerbi’s attacking setup. With 21 goals and six assists in his debut Ligue 1 season, Greenwood finished joint-top scorer alongside Ousmane Dembele, marking himself as one of the league’s standout performers.
This season, he has already added two goals and four assists across competitions, including a decisive display in the Champions League against Real Madrid. His ability to deliver on Europe’s biggest stage has only reinforced his manager’s belief that he can reach the very top.
De Zerbi’s Vision: From Talent to Complete Player
De Zerbi has been outspoken about Greenwood’s potential, comparing his work rate and growth to some of Europe’s most established stars.
“I expect him to become a complete player, like the greatest players in Europe,” De Zerbi explained. “I see Mbappe at Madrid, Dembele too. I would like to help Mason become not just a great individual, but also a team player. That’s my job.”
The Italian coach emphasized the importance of pressing, determination, and collective improvement, seeing Greenwood as a forward who can embody all of those qualities.
Key to Marseille’s Ambition
Greenwood’s versatility has been crucial to Marseille’s attacking evolution. Whether deployed on the wing or through the middle, his finishing, creativity, and movement have elevated the team’s offensive output. He has become indispensable to De Zerbi’s project, driving Les Olympiens toward genuine competitiveness in both Ligue 1 and Europe.
PSG Clash: A New Stage for Greenwood
Following his impressive showing against Real Madrid, Greenwood now faces Paris Saint-Germain, the reigning European champions, in Ligue 1. For De Zerbi, the clash offers Greenwood the perfect platform to prove that he is not just Ligue 1’s breakout star, but a forward on the path to becoming one of Europe’s greatest.
All eyes will be on the Velodrome as Greenwood looks to validate his manager’s belief and showcase once again why he has become the centerpiece of Marseille’s resurgence.
