I grew up watching him — Adrien Rabiot credits Super Eagles legend for Marseille move

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 23:27 - 20 September 2024

Marseille's latest signing Adrien Rabiot has revealed the legendary figures that made him love the club as a kid and ultimately influenced his decision to join.

Rabiot is the latest big-name signing to be drawn to the Olympique Marseille project under new manager Roberto De Zerbi, following in the footsteps of ex-Manchester United star Mason Greenwood.

The 29-year-old has been without a club since leaving Italian side Juventus in July.

He was reportedly a target for several Premier League clubs over the summer, including Manchester United, and Turkish giants Galatasaray but neither option materialised.

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Rabiot reveals childhood love for Taye Taiwo and Marseille

Speaking on his decision to join Marseille, the ex-PSG man revealed that certain players sparked his affection for the club as a kid.

"When I was younger, I liked to watch Marseille play.

Marseille legend Taye Taiwo | Getty

🇫🇷💙 Adrien Rabiot: "Younger, I liked to watch Marseille play." 📺

"I would say around the time of Niang, Taiwo etc." 🇸🇳🇳🇬 (RMC) pic.twitter.com/rZKxsCaSJH
— EuroFoot (@eurofootcom) September 20, 2024

"I would say around the time of Niang, Taye Taiwo, etc.

Rabiot will hope to emulate Taiwo's success with Marseille by leading De Zerbi's men to the Ligue 1 trophy, just like the Super Eagles legend did in 2010.