Athletic’s season is going at a very high level, but at the moment they have not yet completed the contract extension with Ernesto Valverde, which is why they have started to take an interest in Roberto De Zerbi’s situation
After a great season that could end with winning the Copa del Rey and qualifying for the next edition of the Champions League, Ernesto Valverde could leave the team. Txingurri has not yet extended his contract and will wait until the end of the season to make a decision. Therefore The Athletic board has its eye on a coach like Roberto De Zerbi.
The Brescia-born coach, who previously played for teams such as Palermo, Sassuolo and Shakhtar, has been one of the hottest coaches in Europe for months. His work at Brighton is brilliant and his name is already being linked with big teams. Below Athletic, who see in De Zerbi a perfect opportunity to continue to grow alongside a modern coach.
Zerbi, Athletic’s favorite if Valverde leaves
In these last few seasons Ernesto Valverde is considered a courageous and courageous coach who doesn’t shy away from trusting young people. Some young people responded perfectly and made Athletic one of the most attractive teams in LaLiga. Something that also happens at De Zerbis Brighton.
The team from the south of England has had very good seasons in the Premier League and The perpetrator is none other than Roberto De Zerbi. The Italian coach completely changed the team’s image and linked them with big European teams. But Athletic also wants to get involved in the fight for his signing.
FC Barcelona, ​​​​very attentive to the Brighton coach
Because of the great work he has done in the Premier League, Roberto De Zerbi is also one of FC Barcelona’s candidates to succeed Xavi Hernández. The Italian is one of the favorites of the sports management and fits perfectly with the Barça style, which could be renewed to adapt it to the new times.
Actually, Pep Guardiola has recommended his signing to FC Barcelona. But he is not the only candidate and he is not the favorite. Hansi Flick is currently the one who has the most options. However, no decision has been made at the moment. A decision that will only be made at the end of this season. Something that Athletic could take advantage of to sign De Zerbi if Valverde doesn’t renew.