Marseille May Sell Hojbjerg in January Amid UEFA and DNCG Pressure

Marseille could be ready to place Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg on the market in January as they seek urgent savings ahead of possible financial sanctions. The Ligue 1 club need player sales to address pressure from UEFA and France’s DNCG, with reducing the wage bill a central concern.

The Denmark captain had been discussed as a potential departure earlier in the season but elected to stay at Marseille. His position has since changed, and the former Tottenham Hotspur midfielder is now among the leading candidates to leave.

Quick facts

• Marseille need sales during the winter window to improve their financial position.
• UEFA and the DNCG could impose sanctions if the club do not meet financial requirements.
• Juventus are considering Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg as a midfield option for January.
• Hojbjerg is valued at about €10 million.
• The 30-year-old is captain of Denmark’s national team.

Juventus have identified the 30-year-old as a possible reinforcement while they assess their midfield options for the second half of the campaign. Marseille’s need to move players on could give the Turin club room to negotiate a favourable structure for any deal.

Hojbjerg’s experience across England, France and international football is viewed as a key part of his appeal. He established himself in the Premier League before joining Marseille and remains a senior figure for Denmark.

Former Juventus forward Nicklas Bendtner believes his compatriot would offer leadership to a side still being rebuilt. Bendtner pointed to Hojbjerg’s English football background, his current role at Olympique de Marseille and his status as Denmark skipper.

He said Juventus are in a clear transition and that it would be interesting to see Hojbjerg in Turin, while stressing that the club has changed substantially since his own time there.

Marseille are expected to be receptive to discussions around a transfer worth roughly €10 million, particularly if it offers immediate relief on salaries. Juventus know the French club’s financial circumstances and will seek the most suitable arrangement once the winter market begins.

Until then, Hojbjerg remains a Marseille player and faces an important period on the pitch. The midfielder will be expected to improve his level and help the team navigate a difficult stretch while his future is assessed.