England star Angel Gomes ‘snubs Premier League return as former Man Utd wonderkid agrees free transfer'
ANGEL GOMES has agreed a three-year contract with Marseille, according to reports.
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Angel Gomes is leaving Lille this summer
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Gomes, 24, earned his first four England caps last year
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Gomes came through
Having debuted for England last year, the playmaker attracted interest from
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The transfer will see the former Man Utd academy starlet reunite with
Born less than a year apart, Gomes and Greenwood played together for various Red Devils age group sides, as well as briefly overlapping in the first team set-up.
Having previously been a key player, Gomes hardly featured for Lille during the second half of the Ligue 1 season.
Since returning from a calf injury in January, the four-cap England star made just four brief league appearances as he ran his contract down.
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Gomes played alongside Mason Greenwood at Man Utd
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Having spent the 2020-21 season on loan at Portuguese side Boavista, Gomes spent four seasons in Lille's first team.
The diminutive 5ft 6in ace played 134 times for Lille, winning the Trophee des Champions in 2021.
Lee Carsley gives glowing review of Angel Gomes and reveals England star's staggering football knowledge
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Announcing his
"This club has been more than just a team — it's been a family, a home, and a place that has shaped me both on and off the pitch.
"Like any journey, there were ups and downs, highs and lows, but I'm truly grateful to my team-mates and the fans for sticking with me throughout.
"I'm proud of what we achieved together and thankful for every moment.
"To the fans — thank you for your amazing support and for believing in me. I will forever be grateful.
"I always gave everything I had for the badge and for all of you.
"Lille will always have a special place in my heart."
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