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Nice pursues Traoré from Marseille amid injury struggles

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 8:50 AM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Nice pursues Traoré from Marseille amid injury struggles

Summary

OGC Nice is reportedly interested in acquiring Hamed Junior Traoré from Olympique de Marseille. Traoré joined Marseille permanently this summer for a fee of €7.5 million after a loan spell from AFC Bournemouth. His first season at Marseille was marred by injuries, limiting him to 19 appearances and only three goals. Additionally, interest from Genoa and a potential loan offer from AJ Auxerre has been noted. The situation is developing as clubs assess their options ahead of the transfer window.

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By the Numbers

•Traoré is 26 and linked with a move from Marseille.
•He scored three goals in 19 games last season.
•Nice is competing with Genoa and Auxerre for his signing.
•Marseille made Traoré's loan move permanent this summer.

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8:50 AMYahoo Sports — OGC Nice interested in Marseille’s Hamed Junior Traoré

What they're saying

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Hamed Junior Traoré (26) is being heavily linked with an exit from Olympique de Marseille, despite his move to the club only being made permanent this summer. OGC Nice have now emerged as a contender...
— Yahoo Sports

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