Brighton and Head Coach Roberto De Zerbi Part Ways

De Zerbi Announces Departure After Successful Season with Brighton

Italian Coach Led Brighton to Europa League Last 16 and Top-10 Premier League Finish

Roberto De Zerbi, the former coach of Brighton Hove Albion, has announced his departure from the club following the conclusion of the Premier League season. The Italian coach leaves Brighton after a successful campaign that saw the team reach the last 16 of the Europa League and secure a top-10 finish in the Premier League.

De Zerbi, who previously managed CFR Cluj, took over at Brighton in September 2022 and quickly made an impact. Under his guidance, Brighton played an attacking and entertaining brand of football that earned them plaudits from fans and pundits alike.

In the Europa League, Brighton enjoyed a memorable run, beating the likes of FC Porto and Manchester City before bowing out to Arsenal in the last 16. In the Premier League, De Zerbi helped Brighton climb the table and secure a top-half finish.

However, despite the team's success on the pitch, De Zerbi has opted to leave Brighton. The club has thanked him for his contributions and wished him well in his future endeavors.

The news of De Zerbi's departure is sure to come as a disappointment to Brighton fans, who have grown fond of the Italian coach and his attacking style of play. It remains to be seen who will replace De Zerbi at Brighton, but the club will be determined to build on the progress made under his leadership.