OGC Nice sees 18‑year‑old forward Jah‑Mason Telusson sign for OM

The Nice club has confirmed the departure of its 18‑year‑old striker, Jah‑Mason Telusson, who signed a contract with Olympique de Marseille on Sunday. The youngster, a product of Nice’s academy, joins Marseille’s reserve side, marking the second summer exit after Jephte Malanda.

Who is Jah‑Mason Telusson?

Telusson broke through in Nice’s youth teams, impressing with his physical presence and eye for goal. Despite his age, he has already netted several times in the National 3 reserve league. His profile as a target man attracts clubs looking for a low‑cost attacking option.

Why does this move matter for OGC Nice?

The transfer robs Nice of a potential future scorer while the club battles to escape the relegation zone. Currently 16th in Ligue 1 with 32 points, recent form is WDDLD, and the team has conceded 60 goals while scoring 37, a –23 goal difference. Losing a promising youngster adds pressure on the coaching staff to fill offensive gaps.

What challenges lie ahead for the club?

The manager will have to rely more on senior forwards such as Amine Gouiri and any new arrivals, while keeping an eye on the winter market for reinforcement. Telusson’s exit highlights the need for Nice to accelerate the development of its academy prospects to prevent further losses.

Nice’s transfer context

The move comes amid a wave of activity where OM has already added Jephte Malanda, Sacha Lung and Adam El Boughlamy. Nice, meanwhile, stays focused on stabilising its squad and fighting relegation, sitting 44 points behind league leaders Paris Saint‑Germain.