Mason Greenwood’s remarkable resurgence at Olympique Marseille has not only revived his once-faltering career but also provided an unexpected financial boost for Manchester United, thanks to a shrewd sell-on clause included in his transfer deal.
After sealing a £26.7 million move to Marseille in the summer of 2024, Greenwood wasted no time rediscovering the form that once made him one of English football’s brightest young prospects. In his debut season in France, the forward scored 22 goals and supplied six assists, quickly establishing himself as the team’s most decisive player. His outstanding performances were instrumental in Marseille’s push for European qualification and earned him widespread recognition as one of Ligue 1’s standout performers.
Greenwood has carried that momentum into the 2025/26 campaign with even greater confidence. So far, he has registered nine goals and four assists in just 15 appearances across all competitions, with his most recent strike coming in a 3-0 triumph over Brest. His consistency in front of goal has not only elevated Marseille’s attack but also positioned the club among the league’s top contenders once again.
According to the CIES Football Observatory, Greenwood’s market value has risen sharply within a few months—from €57 million (£49.3 million) in August to €64 million (£56.2 million) by November 2025. That surge represents a major boost for Manchester United, who wisely negotiated a 40–50% sell-on clause when finalizing his transfer. If Marseille were to cash in on the 24-year-old forward soon, United could pocket around £25 million — a significant return from a player they once let go quietly amid controversy.
Once tipped to be the future of Manchester United’s attack, Greenwood’s career was derailed in 2022 after serious legal allegations brought his football journey to a halt. Although charges were later dropped, the public scrutiny and internal pressure at Old Trafford meant a return to the squad was deemed impossible. His loan move to Getafe in 2023 proved to be the turning point, as his performances in Spain reignited his confidence and attracted the attention of clubs across Europe. Marseille’s decision to make the move permanent in 2024 has since proven to be a masterstroke.
Now among Ligue 1’s top scorers and most influential attackers, Greenwood has caught the attention of major European clubs, including Barcelona, Napoli, and several Premier League sides interested in bringing him back to England. Roberto De Zerbi recently hailed him as “a world-class player with an incredible work ethic and talent.”
Currently sitting third in the Ligue 1 scoring charts, Greenwood’s market value could soon surpass €70 million if his form continues. While his Manchester United chapter has officially closed, his success in France remains a source of pride — and profit — for the club that once nurtured him.
