Marseille’s recent exit from the Champions League has raised serious questions about the future of their manager, Roberto De Zerbi. In a disappointing turn of events, the Ligue 1 club finished the group stage without advancing to the knockout rounds, concluding with a significant 3-0 loss to Club Brugge.
Marseille’s Champions League Performance
Despite achieving victories against Ajax, Newcastle, and Union SG in earlier matches, Marseille ultimately finished outside the top 24 teams. Their elimination was sealed by consecutive defeats, notably against Liverpool and Brugge, and was compounded by Benfica’s unexpected win over their direct competition.
Current Standing and Future Uncertainty
- Marseille currently ranks third in Ligue 1.
- They are seven points behind league leaders Paris Saint-Germain.
- Roberto De Zerbi’s position as manager is reportedly in jeopardy.
According to RMC Sport, De Zerbi’s future is now “hanging by a thread.” Speculation has intensified regarding his potential return to the Premier League, particularly with Manchester United showing interest. Journalist Ben Jacobs confirmed that the links between De Zerbi and Manchester United are credible, suggesting that the club is seriously considering him for the managerial position.
Impending Decisions
With discussions ongoing between De Zerbi and the Marseille management, there are questions about his participation in the upcoming match against Paris FC. He has 18 months left on his contract with Marseille, having previously declined an offer from Manchester United when he took his current role.
De Zerbi had emphasized his commitment to Marseille, stating, “My focus is totally on Marseille.” He expressed his enjoyment of the city and the club, insisting that his attention remains exclusively on his current responsibilities. However, with the recent Champions League exit and mounting pressure, his future at Marseille may soon require urgent discussions.
