Hojbjerg stripped of Marseille captaincy after Newcastle snub

A rejected move to Newcastle has cost Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg his captain's armband at Marseille.

What happened. Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg lost the Marseille captaincy after refusing to join Newcastle United, creating major tension at the club.

• He remains part of Bruno Genesio's first-team plans.
• Newcastle saw him as an experienced option after Guimarães' £75m move.
• The Magpies were prepared to complete a deal.

The fallout could affect squad harmony as Marseille continue their season.

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