Roberto De Zerbi clarifies his future at Marseille amid exit reports
The Italian coach had joined Marseille in 2024.
Following allegations that he had quit after Marseille’s UEFA Champions League elimination, Roberto De Zerbi has confirmed his future with the French team.
Following a 3-0 defeat against Club Brugge and SL Benfica’s thrilling 4-2 victory over Real Madrid, the Ligue 1 team was eliminated from the European competition in the middle of the week. De Zerbi has now corrected the rumours that the Italian had resigned from his position.
Following Marseille’s sad elimination from the Champions League, allegations circulated that head coach De Zerbi was in ‘grave danger’ of being sacked by the French powerhouse and that his job was ‘hanging by a thread’.
The 46-year-old was criticised months ago by former France international Jerome Rothen, who claimed he “couldn’t find the ingredients” to keep Marseille going. Naturally, the former Brighton manager appeared extremely dejected following the Brugge loss.
Roberto De Zerbi comments on his Marseille future
Roberto De Zerbi stated he will remain at the south coast club ahead of Marseille’s Ligue 1 match against Paris FC on Saturday. He also talked with club president Pablo Longoria and Medhi Benatia to find the “best solution” going ahead.
“Nothing special. We lost an important match. We’re coming out of the Champions League.
“We have to try to understand. Pablo Longoria and Medhi Benatia, we spoke last night. We got together to try to find the best possible solution.
“This match is also partly my fault. We will do everything to get back on track. I’m still here.”
Starting on Saturday night in Paris, De Zerbi will see how his side bounces back from the Champions League elimination when they face Paris FC.
What did Roberto De Zerbi say about his future at Marseille?
He said he spoke to the board and will continue to serve Marseille.
When did De Zerbi become Marseille’s coach?
He became their coach at the start of last season.
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