Internal tensions continue to unsettle Olympique de Marseille following a dramatic week that has seen both executive uncertainty and a managerial change.

Sporting director Medhi Benatia recently submitted his resignation amid reported friction behind the scenes. His departure, however, was blocked by club owner Frank McCourt and president Pablo Longoria, who are understood to have reaffirmed their support for the former Moroccan international.

Sources indicate that several first-team players have raised concerns over Benatia’s management style and communication, with frustrations said to have grown in recent weeks. While details remain private, the episode has highlighted strains within the club’s structure at a sensitive stage of the season.

The unrest has coincided with the dismissal of head coach Roberto De Zerbi, a move that further underscores the instability at the Ligue 1 side. De Zerbi’s exit follows a run of inconsistent results and internal disagreements, according to reports, prompting the club hierarchy to make a decisive change in the dugout.

The combination of a rejected resignation at executive level and a managerial sacking has intensified scrutiny on Marseille’s leadership. With crucial fixtures approaching, the priority now is restoring cohesion both in the dressing room and at boardroom level.

No official statements have yet clarified the full circumstances surrounding either development, but the coming days are expected to prove decisive in shaping the direction of the club’s campaign.