Roberto De Zerbi has parted ways with Marseille after the club decided to terminate his contract. This decision comes after a series of unsatisfactory performances, including a particularly humiliating 5-0 loss to Paris Saint-Germain, which raised concerns about team morale and player attitude. De Zerbi had been expecting a stronger reaction from his players following that defeat, having previously seen promising performances against Rennes and Lens. His disappointment was evident when he expressed confusion over his team’s drastic drop in performance levels.

The decision to let De Zerbi go reflects the growing dissatisfaction from both the club’s management and De Zerbi himself regarding the current state of the team. Following the abysmal performance against PSG, rumors about his potential departure gained traction, ultimately leading to a mutual agreement to end his tenure. The club's management, which sought a more cohesive team dynamic and improved results, felt that De Zerbi's approach was not yielding the desired outcomes.

This departure marks another chapter in the turbulent landscape of coaching in European football where club expectations can shift dramatically after poor performances. De Zerbi’s exit raises questions about the future direction of Marseille and whoever steps in as the next head coach will need to address the underlying issues that led to this situation, particularly ensuring the team regains its competitive edge in Ligue 1 and is able to rally from setbacks more effectively.