The 18-year-old striker, who has dual nationality of France and Guinea-Bissau, has been one of the standout young prospects in Ligue 1 this season, earning praise for his composure in front of goal and rapid development at the senior level.
The youngster has scored four goals and provided two assists in 14 appearances for the French club this season.
Chelsea have established quick contact with the attacker
Chelsea have been the most proactive so far, quickly establishing contact with Vaz’s representatives and maintaining open communication with Marseille’s sporting hierarchy.
The London giants are exploring the possibility of launching a formal offer in the January transfer window as they look to add more young attacking talent to their long-term project.
Arsenal, meanwhile, are taking a more patient approach. Mikel Arteta sees Vaz as an investment for the future rather than an immediate first-team inclusion.
The Gunners’ recruitment team have been tracking the Frenchman since his time in the youth setup, and believe his talent would make him a perfect fit for their developing attack.
However, Marseille is in no rush to sell. Vaz is under contract until June 2028, and the club have set an asking price between €20 million and €30 million, reflecting his rising status and potential.
Sources close to the club reveal that an unnamed European team have recently rejected an offer, indicating Marseille’s intention to only negotiate on their terms.
Clubs outside England are also showing interest
Beyond England, Borussia Dortmund have entered the race, in line with their long-standing reputation for developing young talent into global stars.
Sevilla and Napoli are also keeping an eye and see Vaz as a future investment as they plan upcoming team changes.
Meanwhile, negotiations are underway between Marseille and Vaz’s camp over a new improved contract, which could include a release clause and a salary adjustment in line with his breakout performances.
Should he sign, his market value could rise even further, potentially leading to an even fiercer bidding war next summer.
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