The transfer market at Marseille has been a topic of conversation, especially concerning Brazilian winger Igor Paixão. Under pressure from his shareholder, Frank McCourt, the club was reportedly preparing to sell Paixão this summer. Talks with Sunderland were mentioned, and there was an indication that an agreement had been reached between the English club and the player. However, these discussions reportedly ended due to pressure from Marseille’s coach, Bruno Genesio. According to media reports and statements from club president Stéphane Richard, there was no concrete deal for Paixão. Interestingly, the story told by Paixão himself differs somewhat. In an interview with the Brazilian media outlet Band, he claimed he was never close to leaving Marseille. “My agents were in contact with Flamengo and Palmeiras, the 26-year-old winger said. There were rumors, but there was never anything concrete. These are just speculations. It will happen when the time comes.” He did not mention Sunderland, suggesting that the possibility of moving there may not have been real to him. It is possible that the team managed by Régis Le Bris does not interest him. Paixão also expressed that a return to Brazil is something that excites him. “I have already mentioned my dream of playing for Flamengo in interviews,” he said. “If God wills it, I will wear the Flamengo jersey. It is my childhood dream and also that of my family who supports the club.” However, a return to his roots seems far off for financial and sporting reasons. For now, Paixão appears content with continuing his career at Marseille.