In a dramatic response to a poor run of results, French football club Marseille has implemented a drastic measure: forcing its players, including forward Mason Greenwood, to sleep at the club's training ground.
The decision comes as the club's management seeks to address what has been described as 'dire form.' The move is intended to foster greater team unity, discipline, and focus as the squad works to turn their season around.
While such measures are not unheard of in professional football during periods of crisis, they underscore the seriousness of the situation at the Stade Vélodrome. The club is clearly signaling that the current performance level is unacceptable and that significant changes in approach are necessary.
For the players, this means a temporary but intense period of immersion in the club's environment, with the hope that the extra time spent together will translate into improved cohesion and results on the pitch.