Ayew Wants Marseille Exit

Andre Ayew of Ghana © Photo: MTNfootball.com

October 29, 2009

Ghanaian youngster Andre Ayew has warned Marseille that he will leave the French club even though the giants are keen for him to stay now.

The 19-year-old was declared surplus to requirements by the giants at the start of the season and was loaned out to second division side Avignon.

After excelling at the U20 World Cup in Egypt helping Ghana to win the title, Ayew has ignited interest from several clubs across Europe.

Marseille have suddenly made a u-turn insisting they want to keep him but the son of legend Abedi Pele says he wants to leave.

"For me, Marseille gave me permission to leave in August," he told Skysports.

"I'm an ambitious player and playing on loan at Arles-Avignon has not brought my playing level down, even if it is Ligue 2.

"I'm really excited about this year and I want to be involved in the African Nations Cup and the World Cup, where my country has a great chance of doing very well.

Ayew has so far made nine appearances for Marseille and spent last season on loan at fellow Ligue 1 side Lorient, scoring three times in 22 games. But Marseille's sport director, Jose Anigo, insists that Ayew is still part of their plans and they are only willing to let him go for good money.

"He is a very good player and he can't be transferred unless we receive an exceptional offer for him," said Anigo.

"He is part of a great future for Marseille and will be part of the team in June."