Marseille seal move for Inter central defender Benjamin Pavard

MILAN, ITALY - OCTOBER 24: Benjamin Pavard of FC Internazionale applauds the fans after the team's victory during the UEFA Champions League match between FC Internazionale and FC Salzburg at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on October 24, 2023 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

September 1, 2025

With several hours remaining until the summer market reaches a close, Ligue 1 giants Marseille have sealed a deal for Inter central defender Benjamin Pavard.

Journalist Fabrizio Romano reports, via FcInter1908, the French international is set to join former Sassuolo coach Roberto De Zerbi’s side on a loan with an option to buy worth €15m.

Following a difficult season last year in which the former Bayern Munich defender suffered several injuries that kept him held at bay, the Nerazzurri have decided to move on from the 29-year-old.

Hence, the Biscione have completed the pursuit of Manchester City outcast Manuel Akanji to serve as an ideal replacement for Pavard within Christian Chivu’s three-man backline.

Julian Faustini Ι GIFN