As the Olympique de Marseille moved to the AS Monaco field, Roberto De Zerbi, the coach, held a press conference to take stock of the shape of his staff and the tactical choices needed. In particular, he discussed the situation of Amine Harit, who had returned from injury after a long absence, stressing that he was progressing gradually but that his tenure was conditioned by strong competition within the offensive team. The coach also mentioned the possibility of repositioning Mason Greenwood, the team’s best scorer, in a more eccentric role, while recognizing the defensive compromises that this would entail.

Regarding the midfield, De Zerbi said that Adrien Rabiot flourished in a higher position, stressing its uniqueness and importance in this role. He also explained the low use of Jonathan Rowe, a winter recruit, justifying this situation by the tough competition that exists within the team. The coach’s choices are therefore delicate, requiring a balance between individual performance and tactical cohesion to optimize the team’s chances of success.

The match against Monaco, a direct competitor in the race for a European qualification, is of paramount importance to OM. Currently involved in the Champions League race, the Marseille team will have to find a balance between offensive efficiency and defensive strength. The success of this move is therefore crucial for the European ambitions of the Phocéan club, and requires careful management of human resources and a well-defined tactical strategy.