Olympique de Marseille is interested in signing Youcef Atal, who is currently a free agent. However, there is significant controversy among the supporters due to his past involvement in racial hate speech. OM management has not yet completed the recruitment.

OM reached an agreement with Youcef Atal on a one-year contract with an additional optional year. However, the mayor of Marseille opposes the transfer due to Atal's past conviction for inciting hate.