Former Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood could be set for a sensational return to the Premier League, with at least two clubs reportedly interested in signing the 23-year-old.
The Marseille striker, who has netted 19 goals this season, is said to be "pining" for a return to his native north of England.
Sources in France are increasingly convinced that Premier League teams may be weighing up an approach for the talented forward.
Greenwood completed a £27million transfer to Marseille last summer, ending his 17-year association with Manchester United.
Mason Greenwood could be on his way back to the Premier League
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Under former Brighton head coach Roberto De Zerbi, the forward has impressed during his debut campaign in France.
His last Premier League appearance came in January 2022, before he was arrested and subsequently charged with attempted rape, assault and controlling behaviour.
Those charges were later dropped by the Crown Prosecution Service following the "withdrawal of key witnesses and new material coming to light".
Greenwood had previously ruled out taking a "step down" in English football after leaving United, according to those close to him.
However, this position could now be tested with growing Premier League interest.
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Friends of the player reportedly have differing opinions on whether he feels ready to return to English football.
The striker has also switched his international allegiance from England to Jamaica, with the FA confirming the change in March.
Since leaving England, Greenwood has established himself as a family man with partner Harriet Robson, with whom he shares two young daughters.
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Mason Greenwood has two children with girlfriend Harriet Robson
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"Being a dad changed everything," he wrote in an Instagram message to her on Mother's Day.
After nearly two years abroad, sources suggest the "novelty" has worn off for the "introverted" Greenwood, who misses his family and friends back home.
It is believed Greenwood feels the vitriol aimed at him has "died down" and people have moved on, potentially paving the way for a return to the North West.
However, significant obstacles remain, with campaigners insisting there can be no redemption following the allegations made against him.
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Marseille boss Roberto De Zerbi has described Mason Greenwood as 'like a son'
GettyThe Saudi Pro League has also been monitoring Greenwood's progress, whilst Serie A and a return to La Liga have been touted as potential destinations.
At Marseille, De Zerbi has spoken glowingly of Greenwood, describing him as a "natural talent" with exceptional potential.
"I would especially like to help him be remembered, in this stadium and by these supporters, as one of the greatest players to have played here at the Velodrome," said the Italian coach.
Despite occasional tough love, including dropping Greenwood for back-to-back fixtures in March, De Zerbi has at times described the forward as "like a son".
