Roberto De Zerbi's style of play, although subtly noticeable at Olympique de Marseille, evokes an inspiring vision that has captivated football fans. With his offensive and dynamic approach, De Zerbi advocates fluid football, based on possession and constant movement. He inspires other coaches like Hansi Flick.
However, in Marseille, his ideas are only revealed in fragments, revealing an immense potential still in the making. The players, influenced by his philosophy, sometimes seem to hesitate between tactical rigor and creativity, offering supporters flashes of genius which make each match a promise of evolution. This mix of promises and expectations is sparking growing interest around how De Zerbi is shaping his team's identity.
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For four months, Hansi Flick is at the helm of FC Barcelona, bringing a captivating style of play that delights football fans. Prior to his arrival at Barça, Flick went through a notable period of inactivity, having been fired from his position as German national team manager in September 2023. This separation led to a wait of almost a year before he does not find a bench.
Hansi Flick was inspired by Roberto De Zerbi
During this jobless phase, Hansi Flick took the opportunity to attend various matches across Europe. He particularly focused his attention on the tactics of several coaches, notably Roberto De Zerbi, the current coach of Olympique de Marseille. According to Arrigo Sacchiformer AC Milan coach, Flick made two visits to Brighton to watch De Zerbi in action. “I know De Zerbi well and I know that Flick visited him twice before joining Barça to study his approach”he revealed to Cadena SER, as reported by Marca.
These experiences played a key role in shaping Hansi Flick's strategy at Barcelona, allowing him to incorporate innovative elements into his team's play. The combination of his observations and his experience at Bayern Munich puts him in a good position to continue to develop FC Barcelona tactically.
