Marseille manager Rudi Garcia has expressed his sadness at the departure of star player Alvaro Morata, but he is determined to challenge for the Ligue 1 title next season.
Morata's departure was announced on Wednesday, with the Spain international having joined Chelsea in a £42 million transfer from Juventus. The move means that the French champions will be without their leading scorer and top goalscorer for the remainder of the season.
However, Garcia remains optimistic about the future of the club, and believes that they have the talent to compete for the league title next season. He said: "We are disappointed by this news, but we have some good players coming through the ranks who can step up and take on the responsibility of scoring goals."
Garcia also praised Morata for his contribution to the team, saying: "He has been a great addition to our squad and I wish him all the best in his new club. We will miss him, but we will also welcome new faces who can help us achieve our objectives."
Despite the loss of Morata, Marseille remain a strong team and have the potential to challenge for the Ligue 1 title. They have already qualified for the Europa League and will hope to build on their performances in the domestic cup competition as well.
In conclusion, while the loss of Morata is a blow, the Marseille manager is confident that the team can still compete for the league title next season. With some talented young players emerging, there is still hope for the future of the club.