Burnley have officially announced that defender CJ Egan-Riley has rejected the club`s offer of a contract extension. As a result, the player is set to leave the club to pursue an opportunity in France.
The club stated that despite their commitment to securing Egan-Riley`s long-term future and presenting a substantial investment offer, the England youth international made the decision to seek a new challenge abroad.
Reports from France indicate that Egan-Riley is close to agreeing a contract with Marseille, potentially signing a deal that would run until 2029. Although Racing Club de Strasbourg were also considered serious contenders for the defender`s signature, recent information suggests that Marseille are now the clear frontrunners, with negotiations reportedly accelerating rapidly.
In related news concerning potential English arrivals at Marseille, the club is also reportedly nearing the finalisation of a deal for Angel Gomes. The 24-year-old is expected to sign a three-year contract with OM and has already completed his medical examination in the city.
