Former Orlando Pirates Midfielder Marshall Munetsi Named as Ligue 1 Breakout Star

• Since departing Orlando Pirates for Ligue 1 in 2019, Marshall Munetsi's career soared
• The Zimbabwean star has been a crucial presence in the heart of Stade de Reims' side
• This has seen Munetsi being honoured as one of the French league's breakout players

If he carries on his form, Marshall Munetsi could turn into one of the top midfielders in Europe.

The Zimbabwean player has been in superb form since departing the DStv Premiership for Ligue 1.

He was snapped up by Stade de Reims from Orlando Pirates at the conclusion of the 2018/19 season after impressing in the colours of the Buccaneers.

His excellent form has not gone unnoticed, with the league itself considering Munetsi a breakout star among five players for this season.

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Ligue 1 hailed the Zimbabwean for his outstanding form, translated as follows:

"Indeed, his tally of six goals makes him the Champagne club’s joint second-best marksman behind Balogun, who has 18. The 26-year-old is a powerful, rampaging presence in midfield, precious going forward as well as when it comes to doing the dirty work."

The other four who share this honour are Habib Diallo (RC Strasbourg Alsace), Enzo Le Fée (FC Lorient), Branco van den Boomen (Toulouse FC), and Kevin Danso (RC Lens).

Munetsi lands on Brighton's radar

Sports Brief had previously reported on how Munetsi's outstanding performance had caught the eye of a Premier League club in England.

He was said to be a possible target of Brighton but they would have to pay up a lot of money for the Zimbabwean if they were seriously were interested in his services.

At the time, FARPost had reported that Ligue 1 club, Stade de Reims has already attempted to block any moves on him by extending his stay in France until 2026.

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Lewandowski calls for Messi's return

Elsewhere, Sports Brief reported on calls for Lionel Messi to leave Paris Saint-Germain at the end of the season keep growing louder and louder.

Barcelona striker, Robert Lewandowski wants to see the Argentine veteran make his return to Camp Nou at the end of the 2022/23 season.

Messi and PSG look set to part ways at the end of this term, with the Ligue 1 club reportedly changing their minds on extending his deal.