Brighton's manager, Roberto De Zerbi, has become a sought-after figure among top football clubs, including Manchester United, Liverpool, and Barcelona. Reports indicate that any club interested in acquiring De Zerbi's services will need to pay a compensation fee exceeding £12 million to Brighton. This development follows statements from Brighton's CEO, Paul Barber, expressing the club's desire to retain De Zerbi, whom he described as one of the world's best managers. Barber acknowledged De Zerbi's affection for Brighton but hinted at the possibility of him moving on in the future. The situation raises questions about Brighton's strategy, amidst concerns over staff poaching by other clubs, and the club's aspirations under its current ownership.
Roberto De Zerbi is a man in demand 📈 But he won't come cheap this summer for Man Utd, Liverpool or Barca 💰 https://t.co/Dzo1bn2ZlZ https://t.co/5EI21dxy7p
🚨🔵 Brighton CEO Paul Barber: “We don’t want to lose De Zerbi, he’s one of the best in the world”. “Roberto loves Brighton and all people involved here — but at some point in the future he may choose to take that skill base that he has elsewhere”, told @TheAthleticFC. https://t.co/T7PGvheH6Y
What is the future of Roberto De Zerbi? What about Dan Ashworth moving to Man United? Are Brighton fed up with Chelsea poaching staff, would owner Tony Bloom welcome new investment, what is their ceiling? Exclusive with chief exec Paul Barber. #BHAFC https://t.co/iWQnSKG68F
Brighton will reportedly demand a compensation package of at least £12m from any club who want to try and tempt Roberto De Zerbi away from the south coast 💰🗞️
🚨 Manchester United or other clubs looking at Roberto De Zerbi as a potential manager will have to pay compensation upwards of £12m to secure the Italian from Brighton this summer. (Source: @mcgrathmike ) https://t.co/7lDac4HQns