Roberto De Zerbi is ready to depart Olympique Marseille barely 5 months after he was appointed as head coach of the French side.
The former Brighton boss indicated his readiness to exit Marseille after witnessing his side lose 3-1 at home to Auxerre.
De Zerbi shared that if he is the reason behind the club’s misfortunes in recent weeks he is ready to relinquish his position as manager of Olympique Marseille.
Roberto De Zerbi also made it known that he is willing to depart the French giant without receiving any severance package.
The 45-year-old pointed out that he doesn’t want to make excuses and expressed that the club has to face “reality.”
Roberto De Zerbi’s Comments After Olympique Marseille’s 3-1 Loss To Auxerre
Speaking in a post-match presser after their 3-1 loss to Auxerre at the Orange Vélodrome, De Zerbi said:
“If I’m the problem, I’m ready to leave. I leave without the money, the rest I don’t care.”
“I don’t want to make excuses and talk nonsense. I’m not going to escape, we have to face reality. That’s what I have to do.”
Olympique Marseille
The defeat was Olympique Marseille’s 2nd loss in front of their home fans this campaign and their 3rd defeat in 6 matches.
The Olympians have also recorded just 2 wins in their last 6 matches, a contrast to their remarkable form in the opening phase of the 2024/25 season.
Roberto De Zerbi’s side are 6 points behind Paris Saint Germain, having played one game more than the Parisians.
Olympique Marseille, who sit 2nd on the Ligue 1 table, have recorded 20 points from 11 matches, while league leaders Paris Saint Germain have amassed 26 points from 10 games.
When Was Roberto De Zerbi Appointed As Olympique Marseille Manager?
Roberto De Zerbi was appointed as manager of Olympique Marseille in June 2024, replacing Jean-Louis Gasset, who departed the club at the end of the 2023/24 season.
Marseille ended the 2023/24 season in 8th position after garnering 50 points from 34 league matches.
Meanwhile, Olympique Marseille return to action on Saturday, November 23, 2024, trading tackles with RC Lens at the Stade Bollaert-Delelis.
The Olympians last claimed the Ligue 1 title in the 2009/10 season and they are aiming to clinch the trophy this term.
Who Is Roberto De Zerbi?
He is an Italian professional football coach and former player, who is currently the manager of Ligue 1 club Marseille.
De Zerbi’s Personal Information?
Roberto De Zerbi was born on June 6, 1979, in Brescia, Italy, and there isn’t much information regarding his family.
Clubs He Has Managed In His Managerial Career?
Roberto De Zerbi has managed several clubs, including; Sassuolo, Benevento, Shakhtar Donetsk, and Brighton & Hove Albion.
Roberto De Zerbi’s Achievement?
He has claimed one Ukrainian Super Cup.
His Stats As Manager?
Roberto De Zerbi has handled 404 matches, winning 167 games, drawing 96 and losing 141.
Roberto De Zerbi’s Net Worth?
De Zerbi’s net worth is estimated to be between the region of €10 million – €15 million.
