Olympique de Marseille have officially confirmed the departure of head coach Roberto De Zerbi, with immediate effect.
Softfootball understands that the decision was collectively reached by club stakeholders as part of efforts to address performance concerns during the final stretch of the 2025/26 Ligue 1 season.
The breaking news was confirmed by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano on his official X handle. According to reports, the decision followed direct talks and reflections between both parties, with no internal conflicts cited between De Zerbi, the club’s management, or the players.
Romano reported as follows:
BREAKING: Roberto De Zerbi and Olympique Marseille part ways with immediate effect. Decision made following direct talks & reflections between parties, as @FabriceHawkins reports. No issues between De Zerbi, the club management and players. De Zerbi believes it’s best solution for OM and club agreed.
De Zerbi, who was appointed in 2024 and guided Marseille to an impressive second-place finish last season, had previously expressed strong commitment to the club’s long-term project. He publicly dismissed speculation about an early exit, speaking confidently about his future at the Stade Vélodrome. However, a dip in form this season — including a heavy 5–0 derby defeat to PSG — left the team mid-table and intensified pressure.
Ultimately, De Zerbi reportedly believed stepping aside was the best solution for the club, a view the hierarchy agreed upon.
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