England star Angel Gomes ‘snubs Premier League return as former Man Utd wonderkid agrees free transfer’
ANGEL GOMES has agreed a three-year contract with Marseille, according to reports.
The England midfielder, 24, will move on a free transfer having run down his contract with Lille.
Gomes came through Manchester United‘s academy and made 10 first team appearances for the Red Devils.
Having debuted for England last year, the playmaker attracted interest from Tottenham and West Ham.
French football reporter Fabrice Hawkins, however, says Gomes has snubbed a Prem return to join Marseille.
Having been impressed by Roberto De Zerbi‘s first season at the helm, in which he guided l’OM to a runner-up finish, Gomes has agreed to move to the South of France.
The transfer will see the former Man Utd academy starlet reunite with Mason Greenwood.
Born less than a year apart, Gomes and Greenwood played together for various Red Devils age group sides, as well as briefly overlapping in the first team set-up.
Having previously been a key player, Gomes hardly featured for Lille during the second half of the Ligue 1 season.
Since returning from a calf injury in January, the four-cap England star made just four brief league appearances as he ran his contract down.
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Having spent the 2020-21 season on loan at Portuguese side Boavista, Gomes spent four seasons in Lille’s first team.
The diminutive 5ft 6in ace played 134 times for Lille, winning the Trophee des Champions in 2021.
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Announcing his upcoming Lille exit last month, Gomes wrote on social media: “After four unforgettable years at LOSC Lille, it’s time for me to say goodbye.
“This club has been more than just a team — it’s been a family, a home, and a place that has shaped me both on and off the pitch.
“Like any journey, there were ups and downs, highs and lows, but I’m truly grateful to my team-mates and the fans for sticking with me throughout.
“I’m proud of what we achieved together and thankful for every moment.
“To the fans — thank you for your amazing support and for believing in me. I will forever be grateful.
“I always gave everything I had for the badge and for all of you.
“Lille will always have a special place in my heart.”