The player sparking the frenzy is Mason Greenwood, the 24-year-old forward who’s been in scintillating form at Marseille since joining from Old Trafford in the summer of 2024. According to reports from Spanish outlet Fichajes (via CaughtOffside, Football365, The Hard Tackle, and others on February 9-10, 2026), both the Reds and Spurs have placed Greenwood firmly on their radars ahead of the summer window. Liverpool and Tottenham are said to be “ready to offer” up to €90m (£78m) to test Marseille’s resolve, with discreet early explorations already underway.
Greenwood has been tearing up Ligue 1, racking up impressive goal contributions (reports highlight around 30 G/A across competitions this season in various breakdowns). His revival under Roberto De Zerbi (or successors) has seen him emerge as one of France’s standout attackers—versatile, clinical, and capable of playing across the front line. For Liverpool (under Arne Slot), he could provide the extra goal threat and flexibility to refresh an attack that might lose Mohamed Salah amid Saudi links, adding dynamism alongside Cole Palmer, João Pedro, and others. Tottenham see him as a perfect fit for their high-tempo, creative style, potentially elevating their forward options post-recent additions like Conor Gallagher.
Any deal would deliver a massive windfall for Manchester United, who inserted a hefty 50% sell-on clause when Greenwood departed. A £78m sale could net the Red Devils around £39m—ironic given the controversial circumstances of his exit in 2024 (allegations dropped, but public scrutiny remains intense).
This potential return has already ignited fierce debate. Greenwood’s on-pitch talent is undeniable, but his off-field history makes any Premier League comeback explosive. Social media is divided: Liverpool and Spurs fans argue “focus on football—if he’s performing and cleared, why not?” while others (including neutrals and rival supporters) warn of backlash, protests, and PR nightmares. Posts flood in with “Greenwood to Liverpool? Chaos incoming” and “Spurs dreaming big—controversy guaranteed.” The saga echoes recent bold moves (like Rosenior’s reported push for him at Chelsea), but at this level, it would dominate headlines.
Marseille aren’t desperate to sell—their valuation is high amid European interest—but €90m could tempt them if Greenwood pushes for a return. For now, it’s early-stage interest, but the reports have fans buzzing: Could this be the blockbuster summer signing that reshapes title races? Or will the “noise” prove too much? Liverpool and Tottenham are circling, and this former United star’s next chapter could be one of the most talked-about stories of 2026
