From Zerbi, foot appeal to Pogba, debut at OM… The confessions of Adrien Rabiot

An expected speech. Returning to Olympique de Marseille after a successful international break with the Blues – including two goals scored against Italy (1-3) – Adrien Rabiot presented himself to journalists on the eve of a match very important against RC Lens (Saturday, 5 p.m.), as part of the 12^e day of Ligue 1.

“He is someone who is whole. »

Adrien Rabiot on Roberto De Zerbi

The former Juventus Turin and Paris Saint-Germain midfielder took the opportunity to support Roberto De Zerbi, who had threatened to leave after the humiliating defeat suffered at home against AJ Auxerre (1 -3), last November 8. “Personally, I like it (his passionate side, Editor’s note). I find myself in the coach. I want to satisfy the supporters. When we find ourselves 3-0 at half-time against Auxerre at home, it's a disappointment. The coach is passionate. He works here all day to put us in the best conditions, to put everyone at ease. I understand that he is angry when he sees what we do against Auxerreindicated the international tricolor. It may seem excessive but sometimes it's necessary to show how you feel. We can do better. I am 100% behind him. He is someone who is whole.» Words that “RDZ” should appreciate.

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“I would advise Paul Pogba to come to Marseille. »

Adrien Rabiot on Paul Pogba

Asked (also) about his former teammate with the Blues Paul Pogba, whose suspension will end in March 2025, Adrien Rabiot did not hide his desire to play alongside him again. “Yes, I would advise him to come to Marseille. Paul is a talented player. If he regains all his physical abilities, if he is in good spirits, he remains a top playerhe assured. It's been a while since he last played, it would be difficult for him to get back to a high level right away. But I came because I believe in the project. For me, the coach is a great coach. If there are players of Pogba's talent interested, of course I would only tell them positive things. I also want to play with the best players.» As a reminder, the name of Paul Pogba was recently mentioned near La Canebière.

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“I am in the process of regaining all my abilities. »

Adrien Rabiot on his debut with OM

The relay midfielder also had the opportunity to talk about his (mixed) beginnings with Olympique de Marseille. “It took me a little while to get back into rhythm. I'm not at 100% right now, but I'm trying to get involved and give my best to my current form.explained the one who joined the Phocéens (only) on September 17. I am in the process of regaining all my abilities, my physical condition. In the French team, the match against Italy did me good. There have been good things and bad things, but the main thing is to focus on how to get my abilities back to 100%. When I am 100%, I have no doubt that I will be able to bring a lot to this team.» This Saturday afternoon, OM will in any case need a great Adrien Rabiot to win and bounce back.

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