Igor Paixao confirms summer exit more likely than January move

Igor Paixao, 26, of Olympique de Marseille, has stated he is more likely to leave the club next summer than in January. He opted to remain at Marseille over the summer amid interest from Sunderland and acknowledges the club's financial difficulties. Paixao is open to discussions about a pay cut if necessary but has not yet been approached on the matter. He expressed his aspiration to play in the Premier League, although he indicated that such a move is unlikely to happen soon.

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