The Marseille Football Club has renewed its contract with former manager Jean-Michel Aulas, securing additional financial support until the end of the current season in 2027.

Aulas, who joined Marseille from Paris Saint-Germain in 1998, has been instrumental in bringing the team to the top of French football for many years. The club's financial stability is crucial as they compete in Europe and the Champions League.

Renewed by the board of directors at the club, the agreement includes a salary increase of €4 million, an extension of the current two-year contract, and the option to extend the contract for another year. The transfer budget support will also be available until 2027, ensuring that the club can continue to invest in the development of players and infrastructure.

This new contract follows a period of turbulence for the club, with several key personnel leaving or being replaced during the previous campaign. However, Aulas' tenure has been marked by success, with the team winning the league title twice and reaching the quarter-finals of the Champions League.

With the club set to compete in the Champions League next season, the renewal of Aulas' contract represents a significant boost for the future of the team. It also underscores the importance of having a successful and experienced coach on board, as well as the commitment of the club's management to investing in the long-term success of their footballing machine.