Real Betis receives €38 M offer for Abde Ezzalzouli
Real Betis Balompié has been approached by Olympique de Marseille, which has put forward a €38 million offer for winger Abde Ezzalzouli. The player, who recorded 12 goals and 12 assists last season, is under contract until 2029 and his release clause stands at €60 M.
The Verdiblanco side needs to balance its books after the previous campaign, despite expected revenue from the 2026/27 Champions League. Selling Abde, who arrived for €7.5 M, would free up funds for a cheaper replacement. Moreover, he is recovering from an injury sustained with Morocco in June and is expected to be fit for LaLiga's opening match against Real Sociedad on August 21.
Marseille aims to strengthen its left flank and sees Abde as a way to add width. Other clubs, such as Newcastle United, are also monitoring his progress, but the Verdiblanco club holds firm at a €60 M reference point. The €38 M bid falls below his current market value of €40 M according to June 2026 data, suggesting the club could negotiate a higher price.
With the final 2025 table placing Real Betis fifth with 46 points (11 wins, 13 draws, 7 losses) and a +7 goal difference, the team aims to improve its standing. The league records 45 goals scored and 38 conceded, while the leader Barcelona sits 33 points ahead. A successful transfer move could help the club close the gap and compete for European spots.
If Marseille turns its interest into a formal bid, Real Betis will assess the financial impact and its ability to secure a replacement before the transfer window closes. Meanwhile, Abde continues his recovery and aims to be ready for the season start, maintaining his role in the Verdiblanco attack.
