At the start of the 2024/2025 season in Ligue 1, the image that stands out is neither that of AS Monaco nor of Paris Saint-Germain, but rather that of Olympique de Marseille and its coach, Roberto DeZerbi. This is the opinion of Walid Acherchour, consultant for RMC, who considers the Italian to be one of the most striking figures in the championship. However, if De Zerbi is at the center of the media spotlight, his start to the season with OM also raises questions and disappointments.
For Walid Acherchour, By Zerbi represents the most striking image of this first part of the season. “I love what’s happening around him”he confides in the After on RMC. An observation which goes beyond sporting results and which places the Marseille coach in the spotlight. However, Acherchour does not hesitate to highlight a certain disappointment: “I am generally disappointed with this start to the season. » If OM arouses constant media interest, in particular thanks to its coach, performances on the field are still struggling to be confirmed.
Expectations around OM and De Zerbi
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Upon his arrival in Marseille, Roberto DeZerbi was seen as a true architect of the offensive game. After successful experiences in Italy, notably at Sassuolo, and in England with Brighton, De Zerbi had to bring his fluid and ambitious style of play to OM. However, despite promises of attractive play and a resolutely offensive approach, the result is not always there. The demanding Marseille supporters expect more than declarations and media outbursts. They want concrete performance.
A constant sheet of Zerbi
Walid Acherchour evokes a “feuilleton constant De Zerbi”. He refers to the media importance of the Marseille coach, who occupies a central place in discussions around Ligue 1. His tactical choices, his declarations and his recruitment decisions are closely scrutinized. If interest in Roberto DeZerbi is undeniable, it has not yet translated into convincing results. OM, with its ambitions and financial means, has not yet found the expected efficiency and consistent play under the direction of the Italian coach.
Conclusion: De Zerbi, a strong image but results and play to be confirmed
In summary, Roberto DeZerbi is undoubtedly the striking image of this start of the season in Ligue 1, largely thanks to his personality and the attention he attracts. However, for this positive image to be transformed into sporting success, the Marseille coach will quickly have to prove himself on the field. OM needs more than a simple media soap opera; it needs concrete results to validate the gaming promises it embodies. The rest of the season will therefore be crucial for De Zerbi's future at the head of Olympique de Marseille.
