Headlines: Marseille Signs Ex-Barcelona Star in January Transfer to Boost Offensive Depth

Marseille have signed former Barcelona star, Antoine Griezmann, on a one-year deal that will see him become the club's new number nine ahead of the upcoming season.

The 28-year-old forward has been linked with a move to the French capital for some time and was finally brought in by the club after a successful trial.

Griezmann is known for his technical ability and his ability to play as both a left-sided and right-sided player. He has already made a name for himself at Barcelona, scoring more than 15 goals per season in all competitions and winning the La Liga title twice.

The move to Marseille is expected to bolster Marseille's attacking depth, as they look to improve their defensive solidity. The signing of Griezmann means that Marseille now have three strikers in place, which should help them to be a formidable side in the coming seasons.

In addition to Griezmann, Marseille also announced the signing of striker, Yannick Bolasie, who joined from Monaco. Bolasie is a versatile player who can play as a central midfielder or as a winger, and he brings a lot of experience to the team.

Overall, the signing of Griezmann and Bolasie is a significant step forward for Marseille, who are looking to make a strong start to the new campaign. With the likes of Griezmann and Bolasie at the heart of the team, they should be able to challenge for league titles this season.