Soprano refuses OM investment over Marseille identity

Soprano has ruled out taking an investment role linked to Olympique de Marseille, despite his deep connection with the city and its club. The rapper said the idea had crossed his mind, but he quickly rejected it because involvement with another team could undermine his identity as a Marseillais.

His position comes as OM faces a difficult financial period. The club, owned by American businessman Frank McCourt and led by president Pablo Longoria, has been forced to sell valuable players and reduce its wage bill after spending beyond its means in recent years. McCourt has opened the club’s capital to new investors while retaining control.

Soprano was discussing the possibility of an investment similar to Novak Djokovic’s involvement with Le Mans. He said becoming part of the Sarthe club appealed to him, but ultimately decided that such a move would be incompatible with his Marseille roots. The stance keeps him outside the ownership changes surrounding OM.

The 47-year-old remains involved in football through other channels. He helps a club from Marseille’s northern districts, supports its work on playing kits and assists the Comoros team when possible. For Soprano, football also has a role in teaching respect between competitors.