Former Olympique de Marseille president Pablo Longoria, last seen during the Ligue 1 match between FC Metz and OM on August 18, 2023, is set to return to the football world. Following a tumultuous departure from the Provençal club, Longoria has reached an agreement to become the sporting director of the prestigious Argentine club River Plate, according to reports from L'Équipe.

Pablo Longoria's departure from Olympique de Marseille was confirmed in March, marking the end of a complex period. This decision followed the exit of coach Roberto De Zerbi a few weeks prior, an event that triggered a series of changes within the Marseille club's management.

During this transitional period, sporting director Medhi Benatia had briefly left the club before returning. Upon his return, his powers were strengthened at the expense of Longoria, whose responsibilities were reduced to institutional duties, moving the Spaniard away from daily sporting decisions.

According to L'Équipe, Pablo Longoria had been in talks with the Argentine club River Plate for several weeks. These negotiations have now culminated in an agreement, paving the way for a new chapter in the former Marseille executive's career on the South American continent.

This sporting director role at River Plate represents a major opportunity for Longoria to return to a position of sporting responsibility, far from the turbulence he experienced in Marseille. His experience and vision are expected to bring new dynamism to one of Argentina's most iconic clubs.