This Friday, Roberto de Zerbi wanted to set the record straight since the commandery. Faced with rumors of mutiny, criticisms of its authoritarian management and the noises of a departure for AC Milan, the OM coach engaged in virulent update. The Italian, obviously very upset, denounced the accusations against him and assured his total attachment to the club. “Today, I am very happy to be the coach of Olympique de Marseille, because I love controversies! »»did he let go, in French, to better plant the decor.
De Zerbi formally denied any contact with AC Milan. “” No one called me! »» he said, adding that he hadn't talked to any club and that he wanted to stay “Many years” in Marseille. On the internal tensions relayed in the press, he said he was injured but not surprised: “Some people pretend to be a criminal, it's not fair. I am a good person. »»
Far from being shot, he stressed being “In his natural habitat” At the heart of controversies.
Players always engaged alongside De Zerbi.
The coach has also defended his hard management, often criticized in recent weeks. He recognizes his radical method but justifies it by his requirement. “I don't want to be loved by everyone. I want to get the most out of my players ”,
he insists. According to him, these are common practices in the high level, and he does not understand why it would be a scandal in Marseille. “I am ready to do anything to succeed, even to shock. »»
“The mind of Satan”: by Zerbi drops a bomb in front of the press
Regarding the atmosphere in the locker room, he denied any break with his players. He says he has received many messages of support, including usually silent players. “I will always be the first to defend them, but I ask them to fight. »» Neal Maupay, present at a press conference, confirmed that the group remained united behind it.
The coach also mentioned his absolute commitment: “I gave everything to this job, I lost everything also because of him. I just want my players to give as much. »» He finished his intervention by launching a call to the revolt for the upcoming match: “You have to go to the field with the mind of Satan, with an inner fire!” »»
The tension rises, but from Zerbi does not flank
One thing is certain: de Zerbi does not intend to let go. And if OM still has to fall, it will not be without having fought, its coach at the head of the line.
