Marseille Director admits Bennacer wanted ‘different treatment’ with Milan exit | OneFootball

Ismael Bennacer forced a move away from AC Milan on the final day of the January mercato, and today, Marseille’s Sporting Director spoke about the move.

Throughout the season, Milan have awaited Bennacer’s return, believing that the Algerian would be effectively a new signing for the club when he returned after his time sidelined. However, he never really showed much upon his return, and then things reached a boiling point.

In the game against Inter, the midfielder clashed with Sergio Conceicao at half-time, which seemingly broke the relationship, and as a result, he forced a move away, something which reportedly greatly frustrated the management.

Marseille had previously been aware of his situation, and when they were given another chance to sign him, they took it. Now, Mehdi Benatia has spoken to L’Equipe about the player’s move to France and Bennacer’s wishes – the Director’s words have been relayed by Milan Press.

“He had lost some esteem, things were starting to change for him at AC Milan. He wanted to be treated differently and I jumped at the chance. With him, we remain on the level of character, temperament and sure-footedness.

“He is able to respond immediately to the pressure of the Vélodrome. He will bring us a lot and, with all the players at our disposal, we now have a Champions League midfield.”