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Hungry for sport, he grew up to the sound of Formula 1 engines and the exploits of Ronaldinho. Today, with a Master's degree in sports journalism, he no longer misses an F1 Grand Prix or a PSG match, his two passions and specialties.
After the departure of Jean-Louis Gasset, OM took time to find a new coach before finally succeeding in attracting Roberto De Zerbi. A very nice move, especially since Medhi Benatia reveals that Manchester United were also interested in signing the Italian technician.
In order to replace Jean-Louis Gassetwho acted as interim until the end of last season, theABOUT decided to bet on Roberto DeZerbi. A very nice move considering the fact that he is one of the coaches who were popular on the market. Medhi Benatia reveals in particular that Manchester United was well and truly in on the action.
“There was Manchester on him, I knew it”
« I already had contact with Roberto. We were in regular discussions. He has always been a coach that I adore. There was Manchester on him, I knew it. He liked the way we approached him with Pablo, the respect we showed him. We showed him how important it was that we leave with him. We jumped at the chance, even though at first I didn't really believe it. », reveals the leader of theABOUT at the microphone of Rothen ignites on RMCbefore continuing.
“He already knew Pablo, it was easy”
« I had returned to Dubai with the family. I told him: 'I have a plane at 11:30 p.m., tomorrow I'm in Milan I can see you'. He said to me: 'Medhi, just what you're offering me is huge.' He already knew Pablo, it was easy. As soon as we talked to him about Marseille, the guy listened. He needed this passion. Last year, we played against him. He knew the stadium. The objective is to give this team 40% of the coach's character, of his personality. If we have that, we will perhaps not go to titillate Paris, but we will be with the objective, which is to enter the Champions League », added Medhi Benatia.
