Newly arrived this summer at OM, Roberto De Zerbi quickly left his mark on the recruitment strategy of the Marseille club. Among the many recruits is Ismaël Koné. If this audacious bet seemed promising on paper, the player's first performances have not yet dispelled the doubts. De Zerbi would be disappointed with his player's attitude.
HAS loon, Pablo Longoria et Mehdi Benatia spared no effort to meet Roberto De Zerbi's expectations. The Italian technician, known for his tactical flair and his demanding demands, had targeted very specific profiles to strengthen the team. If certain recruits have met his expectations, other bets are proving more uncertain. This is particularly the case by Ismaël Konéannounced as a potential revelation in the Marseille midfield. Expected to shake up the hierarchy and bring a breath of fresh air, the midfielder is struggling to confirm the hopes placed in him. There was even a feeling of discomfort between the player and his coach.
De Zerbi does not appreciate Koné's behavior
According to information reported by Provencethe climate would not be good between Roberto DeZerbi et Ismaël Koné. The coach of loon reportedly expressed reservations about the midfielder's attitude during training sessions. The reason: a lack of investment perceived by the Italian technician, who visibly expects more commitment and rigor from the young player. A warning signal for Konewho will have to quickly get back on track to hope to regain the trust of his coach.
“He has fewer benchmarks”
In the surroundings by Ismaël Konéwe talk about a lack of benchmarks. “ He has fewer benchmarks, even if Wilfried Nancy (his former coach) had occasionally put him in number 10 in Montreal. He prefers to start from lower and break the lines. He is still in the learning phase, but he enjoys contact with Roberto. He is impressed by his science », confides one of his relatives to Provence. With the return of Bilal Nadirthings get even more complicated for Kone. It remains to be seen if By Zerbi will give him his chance again
