Jorge Sampaoli sensationally QUITS as Marseille boss over a lack of backing in the transfer market

Jorge Sampaoli has dramatically quit as Marseille manager and is set to leave in the near future, the club announced on Friday.

The Argentine’s departure, after 17 months in charge, comes as a big surprise given their success last season, as he led OM to second in Ligue 1, seeing them qualify for this year’s Champions League.

But he was reportedly frustrated by the club’s lack of intent in the transfer market, leading to his departure. Sampaoli, who had a year left on his contract, is said to be in the process of finalising the terms of his exit.

The Argentine was reportedly frustrated by the lack of transfer success – especially the failure of the club to sign Arsenal defender William Saliba, who enjoyed a successful loan last season

A club statement said: ”The Argentine coach had taken the reins of the team in a particular context during the 2019/20 season. 

‘Since his first day in Marseille, he has been fully invested in the establishment of a game philosophy and a conquering state of mind corresponding to the values ​​of Olympique de Marseille. 

‘It is therefore with emotion that the club and Jorge Sampaoli announce their joint decision to end their collaboration. OM would like to sincerely and warmly thank the work of Jorge Sampaoli. 

‘After 16 months of collaboration, this work has enabled the club to take a step forward in the construction of its new sporting project and to qualify directly for the UEFA Champions League.

Marseille have only signed defenders Isaak Toure (pictured) and Samuel Gigot this summer