Igor Paixão

Key strength: Pace and dribbling

Wide creator

In a turbulent campaign at the Stade Vélodrome, Igor Paixão has emerged as Olympique Marseille's creative lifeline. With Les Phocéens sitting 7th in Ligue 1 following an inconsistent WWLDL run, the 26-year-old Brazilian winger has been the rare source of attacking reliability. Operating as Roberto De Zerbi's inverted left winger, Paixão has registered an impressive 12 goals and 7 assists across 40 appearances—averaging a direct goal contribution every 135 minutes. The number 14 has amassed 2,574 minutes with just three yellow cards, blending South American flair with tactical discipline. His devastating right-footed shooting (70-rated) makes him lethal when cutting inside from the flank. At €35 million, Paixão now commands Marseille's highest market valuation in a squad blending experience with emerging talent. As the club chases European redemption, their Brazilian maestro remains indispensable. When Paixão receives the ball on that left touchline and shapes to cut inside, the Vélodrome holds its breath—and more often than not, erupts.