Brighton and Hove Albion will part company with their manager Roberto De Zerbi after tomorrow’s season-ending Premier League fixture against Man United.
The news announced today came as a shock for many Brighton fans as De Zerbi, in recent weeks seemed to be talking about his his plans for next season with greater enthusiasm. But the club’s and De Zerbi’s expectations for the future clearly differed and the decision was made to part company. Chairman, Tony Bloom, said, “Roberto has given us two excellent seasons of service in which he has led the club to new heights, not least our first ever European campaign which will live long in the memory of Albion fans. We have mutually agreed to end Roberto’s contract.” Here’s the latest odds on the candidates in line to replace the Italian.
9. Thomas Frank
Would be a very good appointment for Brighton but unlikely given the feud between Bloom and Benham. 25/1 Photo: Richard Pelham
10. Thiago Motta
The Italian has excelled at Serie A club Bologna. Wanted by Juventus and unlikely to head to Brighton. 25/1. Photo: Francesco Pecoraro
11. Steve Cooper
Quite a harsh sacking by Forest and has been out of work since. 22/1. Photo: Marc Atkins
12. Carlos Corberan
The West Brom head coach lost out in the play off semi-final to Southampton. 22/1. Photo: Jess Hornby