Overview

• After completing his transfer from Inter Milan during the international break, Benjamin Pavard arrived in Marignane on Wednesday and greeted supporters outside the airport.
• At his first OM press conference on Thursday, he said Marseille was the only option he considered and called the club impossible to turn down.
• He stated he feels physically and mentally ready for Lorient on Friday, while noting that the final selection rests with the coach.
• Pavard emphasized he will play wherever needed in a back three or four, centrally or wide, saying the possession style suits him after detailed talks with Roberto De Zerbi.
• He credited discussions led by sporting director Medhi Benatia for sealing the late-window move, which comes as OM seek a lift following a poor league start and after Adrien Rabiot’s exit.