Marseille have not given up hope of signing Djibril Cisse despite the Liverpool striker’s insistence that he is happy at Anfield.

Liverpool striker Djibril Cisse admits he will have to consider his Anfield future this winter if he remains on the fringes of the first team.

MARSEILLE president Pape Diouf is hopeful a deal to sign Liverpool striker Djibril Cisse can be agreed before tomorrow’s transfer deadline.

Marseille president Pape Diouf is hopeful a deal to sign Liverpool striker Djibril Cisse can be agreed before Wednesday’s transfer deadline.

Marseille president Pape Diouf has expressed his shock at Bobo Balde’s dramatic change of heart over a projected move to the French club.

Marseille are confident of capturing Celtic defender Bobo Balde this week.

Marseille parted company with coach Jose Anigo on Tuesday evening after a disappointing start to the season.

MARSEILLE president Christophe Bouchet has thanked the French football federation (FFF) for refusing to deliver a letter of release for Arsenal midfielder Mathieu Flamini.

Marseille president Christophe Bouchet has thanked the French football federation (FFF) for refusing to deliver a letter of release for Arsenal midfielder Mathieu Flamini.

New Arsenal signing Mathieu Flamini has no regrets about his controversial move from Marseille which angered his former coach in France.

ARSENAL have completed the signing of France U21 international Mathieu Flamini from Marseille.

Arsenal have tonight completed the signing of France Under-21 international Mathieu Flamini from Marseille.

Marseille coach Jose Anigo has reacted with anger and disappointment after reports in France indicated that midfielder Mathieu Flamini has signed for Arsenal.

Marseille boss Jose Anigo today admitted he felt “great sadness” over the departure of Didier Drogba as the Ivory Coast striker’s transfer to Chelsea moved nearer completion.

Marseille have confirmed that Didier Drogba is now more likely to begin the new season with Chelsea rather than at the Stade Velodrome.

Liverpool midfielder Bruno Cheyrou has joined Marseille on a year-long loan deal.

CHRISTMAS was not a happy time at Olympique de Marseille. In France’s second city, crisis is a way of life, and not just football-wise.

Newcastle boss Bobby Robson tipped striker Shola Ameobi to one day reach the heights scaled by Marseille hitman Didier Drogba after seeing his UEFA Cup dream ripped apart.

Marseille 2, Newcastle 0 (Marseille win 2-0 on aggregate)

Marseille 2 Newcastle 0 (Marseille win 2-0 on aggregate)

Marseille boss Jose Anigo admits his club’s entire season rests on the outcome of their UEFA Cup semi-final second leg with Newcastle.

Newcastle defender Andy O’Brien is backing his side to make it to the UEFA Cup final after helping them claim a vital clean sheet in their semi-final, first leg clash with Marseille.

Newcastle manager Bobby Robson is forced to do without three of his most influential players as his side goes into a UEFA Cup semi-final with Marseille at St James’ Park tonight.

Marseille coach Jose Anigo has been given a new one-year contract after guiding the French team to a UEFA Cup semi-final against Newcastle.

GERARD HOULLIER blasted the "outrageous" decision which cost Liverpool their European dream at the Stade Velodrome.

Marseille coach Jose Anigo has warned his side not to be fooled by the fact Michael Owen has “only” scored 14 goals so far this season.

LIVERPOOL boss Gerard Houllier was in bristling, defiant mood as he prepared for today’s UEFA Cup fourth round showdown with Marseille.

Marseille coach José Anigo branded as “disgusting” the treatment by some of his countryman Gerard Houllier, as the pair prepare to cross swords in the UEFA Cup.

Liverpool boss Gerard Houllier was in bristling, defiant mood as he prepared for tomorrow’s UEFA Cup fourth-round showdown with Marseille.