Roma are currently leading the race to sign forward Mason Greenwood from Marseille this summer, with Manchester United poised to receive a significant financial benefit from any deal, according to TEAMtalk. The Serie A club are preparing a bid exceeding €50million (£43m, $57m) for the 24-year-old, which would surpass their current transfer record of €42million spent on Patrick Schick in 2015.
Greenwood joined Marseille in 2024 and quickly became a key player, scoring 48 goals and providing 17 assists in 81 appearances for the French club. This form has attracted interest from several clubs, including Roma, who have the full backing of owners the Friedkin Group for a move. The Friedkin Group also own Everton, and view Greenwood as a potential cornerstone of their long-term project.
Manchester United inserted a 40 per cent sell-on clause when Greenwood departed Old Trafford, meaning they will receive 40 per cent of any profit Marseille make on the transfer. United officials are actively monitoring the situation, anticipating a substantial payment should a deal be agreed. The clause means that if Marseille sell Greenwood for €50m, United would receive 40% of the €20m profit, or €8m.
Roma are not without competition, however. Fenerbahce previously reached an agreement with a presidential candidate who subsequently lost the election, and new president Aziz Yildirim remains interested. Atletico Madrid and Juventus are also monitoring the situation, prompting Roma to accelerate negotiations. Marseille are aware of the growing interest and are prepared to sell Greenwood for a significant profit.
Greenwood’s potential move to Roma is appealing to the player, who is attracted by the club’s sporting project and the opportunity to become a central figure in the team. While other clubs remain interested, Roma currently appear to be in the strongest position to secure his signature. A successful transfer would provide Roma with a prolific attacker and provide Manchester United with a considerable financial windfall.
