The former international striker Fernando Morientes of Spain and Fabrice Abriel have been signed by the Olympique de Marseille team. The two players have confirmed to the agreement terms at the club and would address the media where they are scheduled to be presented soon.
Morientes, the 33 year old striker was a major reason behind the success of Monaco and their wonderful run where they reached the final of the Champions League in 2004. Morientes is all set to be reunited with Didier Deschamps. Fernando Morientes has been a prolific scorer over the years and has 27 goals in 47 matches for Spain to his credit. He has been a frontman for teams like the Liverpool, Real Madrid and Valencia. Deschamps denied having any concerns about the striker’s age and is reportedly being signed on a free transfer for two years.
