De Zerbi’s Bold Vision: Can OM Rise Again in Europe?

In his second season as Marseille's head coach, Roberto De Zerbi is raising the bar. Speaking to L’Équipe, the Italian manager laid out his bold ambitions: to make Champions League qualification a yearly norm, bring stability to the club, and instill consistency and high standards. He acknowledged that while last season was decent, it wasn’t enough — especially considering OM’s inability to challenge PSG. Citing the one-sided record in the “Classique,” he downplayed the rivalry’s significance for now. Still, De Zerbi remains determined. Backed by strong leadership and a promising transfer window, he’s focused on building a team that can perform consistently. His vision is to create a competitive squad not just for a moment, but for an entire season. Above all, he wants to restore Marseille’s pride and status in both domestic and European football.