Last summer marked Dimitri Payet’s departure from OM, still having a year left on his contract. Opting for a bold venture, he embraced a new challenge leading him to Vasco da Gama in Brazil. The 36-year-old playmaker, reflecting on this journey, radiates contentment with his decision.
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Returning to Marseille as an honored guest, Dimitri Payet graced the Stade Vélodrome during the match against Clermont. Prime Vidéo captured his sentiments as he affirmed his unwavering commitment to return to OM post-retirement.
In a candid moment, Dimitri Payet revealed glimpses of his future plans, acknowledging a discernible path post-football.
“There is not a plan, but it is true that there is something defined in a reconversion. However, it’s not for now, because the former OMOM playmaker still wants to play. No matter where I am placed, the objective is to ensure that Marseille continues to grow. I think this club can grow with people who know the club, who have played in this club. That’s kind of my goal for the future, but as late as possible”
Post his forced exit from OM last summer, Dimitri Payet found solace in the technical intricacies of Brazilian football with Vasco da Gama. Delighting in the unstructured and highly technical nature of the game, he voiced genuine enjoyment and satisfaction with the experience.
“I’m not lost on the pressure because it’s the same, or even a little higher. But at the football level it’s different, it’s less structured, it goes in all directions. It’s much more technical and honestly I’m enjoying it, which he helped to maintain in the first division”
The Vélodrome, during the Olympique de Marseille match against Clermont, transformed into a spectacle as it focused solely on Dimitri Payet. Now a player for Vasco da Gama in Brazil, he reveled in the warmth of fans, donning a Santa hat as a nod to Marseille’s traditions. The number 10, having played a pivotal role in Vasco da Gama’s stay in the Brazilian first division, soaked in the adoration and popularity from the stands.
