Nice’s Evann Guessand Discusses Choice to Decline Marseille Offer

Evann Guessand, the 23-year-old forward from OGC Nice, has been making waves in Ligue 1 this season. Building on his promising performances last year, the Ivorian international has become a crucial player for Nice as they vie for a Champions League spot.

With 11 goals in the league, including one against Marseille in January, Guessand has attracted attention from several clubs. Marseille, Aston Villa, and West Ham United have all shown interest in the versatile striker.

In a recent interview, Guessand revealed that Marseille had approached him even before he joined Nice’s academy. However, he chose to decline the offer from his hometown club. “I didn’t sign for Marseille because they weren’t giving young players many opportunities at that time,” Guessand explained. “While Marseille was interested, it wasn’t the right fit for my career goals. I wanted to turn professional, and Nice had a better track record of developing young talent. Now, Nice feels like home to me.”

Despite his attachment to Nice, Guessand’s future remains uncertain. His impressive performances this season have significantly increased his market value, potentially making this summer an opportune time for Nice to consider transfer offers.