The arrival of Adrien Rabiot at the Olympique de Marseille, although initially sound to strengthen the workforce, now raises questions about his tactical integration within the device designed by Roberto De Zerbi. Recruited in mid-September as part of a free market, the player undeniably has significant technical qualities, but his status as holder has led to a significant transformation in the game of the team, potentially disrupting the initially established balance. Former goaltender Lionel Charbonier expressed his doubts about this, stressing that the addition of a talented player does not necessarily guarantee an overall improvement in collective performance.

The recent heavy defeat against Monaco (3-0) confirmed a difficult period for the Olympique de Marseille, weakening its ambitions in qualifying for the Champions League. This counterperformance is part of a series of setbacks, with five defeats in seven matches, allowing Monaco to regain second place in the standings. Roberto De Zerbi, visibly frustrated by the result, acknowledged that his team deserved a better spell, insisting on a first high quality half-time and minimizing the importance of the final score.

Despite this disappointment, the Italian technician maintains his optimism about the chances of the Olympique de Marseille to qualify for the prestigious European competition, stressing that rival teams will also have to face decisive direct confrontations. He stated that the determination and envy of his players would be key factors in gaining access to the Champions League, and reiterated his conviction that the team deserves better than the recent results suggest.