Roberto De Zerbi shows great patience with several OM players. But the Italian technician will not wait forever for the awakening of these recruits so far spared by RDZ.
Roberto De Zerbi is a technician with character. Certainly, he is not as sanguine as Jorge Sampaoli or Igor Tudor, but the Italian knows how to be respected. Coming out of the defeat against PSG (0-3), the Marseille players saw a different side of their coach all week. De Zerbi was no longer joking. However, RDZ displays a certain patience with several recruits. Three new faces who are slow to meet expectations but who still have the blessing of the boss.
Wow, it’s starting to get long…
The first player to whom Roberto De Zerbi pays particular attention is inevitably Elye Wahi. Recruited for 25 million euros (excluding bonus), the French striker is far from meeting the expectations placed on him. However, RDZ has started him very often since the start of the season. And even when his competitor Neal Maupay performs in his absence, De Zerbi does not let him go: “The hierarchy remains the same, it is my duty to choose before the match. I have to see who has the best physical condition, the best form. I'm in love with Wahi's style but it needs to fit in. Neal has more experience and he has played in the Premier League. The 9 must know how to score, play, press. We are not yet at our best regarding pressing”.
Brassier, where are you?
In the mind of Roberto De Zerbi, Lilian Brassier has what it takes to become one of the best European defenders in the years to come. A sort of William Saliba, of whom the Italian is a fan and he admits it publicly. Except that Brassier is far from Saliba's Masterclass… His integration takes time and OM is wisely waiting to find the monster he was with Brest.
Rabiot is gaining momentum
The latest arrival in the Marseille transfer window, Adrien Rabiot has the excuse of truncated preparation. But the OM midfielder has not yet shown the expected face. That of the experienced midfielder who brings a plus in important matches. Roberto De Zerbi is counting on him a lot and gives him two more months before being at the top.
