Celebrity Fan Web – Jonathan Rowe has joined Serie A side Bologna in a €19.5 million (£16.8 million) move following a dramatic exit from Marseille. The 22-year-old England Under-21 Euros winner signed a four-year deal with the Italian club. His transfer comes just weeks after a reported physical altercation with former Marseille teammate Adrien Rabiot.
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The incident occurred after Marseille’s 1-0 defeat at Rennes in their Ligue 1 opener on August 15. Both players were subsequently transfer-listed by the French club. Manager Roberto de Zerbi was visibly shaken by the clash, describing it as something beyond his experience. “I’ve never seen anything like it,” said the Italian. “I come from the streets, I’m used to fights, but this was different.”
Rowe had joined Marseille from Norwich City on an initial loan in August 2024. He later made the move permanent but struggled to make a major impact, scoring just three goals in 31 appearances. Despite his inconsistent form, he remained a highly regarded talent after helping England win the U21 Euros in June. In that final, he came off the bench in extra time and scored the decisive goal against Germany in a 3-2 thriller.
His move to Bologna offers a fresh start in one of Europe’s most competitive leagues. Bologna, who lost 1-0 to Roma in their Serie A opener, will hope Rowe brings both pace and goal-scoring instinct to their attack.
Fallout with Rabiot Forces Unexpected Exit from Marseille
The confrontation between Rowe and Rabiot shocked both fans and officials at Marseille. The two players reportedly clashed in the dressing room immediately after the Rennes defeat. De Zerbi, known for his composure, admitted he was at a loss during the incident. “For the first time in my career, I didn’t know what to say or do,” he said.
Adrien Rabiot, 30, had only recently joined Marseille after leaving Juventus on a free transfer. His arrival was expected to strengthen the midfield, but tensions appeared early. The club moved quickly to avoid further disruption, placing both Rabiot and Rowe on the transfer list. While Rabiot’s future remains uncertain, Rowe’s move was sealed within two weeks of the incident.
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Rowe’s departure marks a swift end to his time in France, but it may benefit his long-term development. Bologna have shown faith in his potential by offering a long-term contract. The Italian club, known for nurturing young talent, could provide the right environment for him to rebuild.
With the new Serie A season underway, Rowe is expected to integrate quickly into Thiago Motta’s system. Fans in Bologna will hope the young forward channels the energy that helped England secure European glory. His next challenge will be to convert that promise into consistent performances in Italy’s top flight.