It’s seemingly quiet in Munich, but new sporting director Max Eberl is very active. His first task as the new head of the sports department is to find a new coach, and he’s been intensely engaged in this since it was announced that Thomas Tuchel would be leaving at the end of the season. Recently, German media reported that Bayern had chosen their first pick: the champion of Germany, Xabi Alonso. There were even talks that the Spaniard had decided to continue his career in Munich. However, like any serious club, the six-time European champion must also consider alternatives. It’s well known that in modern football, you never know what tomorrow might bring. One of them – Roberto De Zerbi. Kimmich to test the transfer market this June“At the moment, there’s no Plan A, B, or C. We’re exploring the market, assessing the situation. We cannot afford to make mistakes. We need someone who will identify with the DNA of our club. That’s why we’re being so careful. The chosen one must know what this club means, what it aims to achieve, and how to play” Eberl recently stated.Alonso leaning towards Bayern, Klopp’s legacy too big to handleHowever, Bild claims that Eberl does indeed have more options. And not only that. It’s reported that he has already personally spoken with De Zerbi, and informed him that Bayern is watching him, and sees him as a potential successor to Tuchel. In Munich, they see the Italian coach as a rising coaching star whose philosophy aligns with the club. According to information from the British ‘Telegraph’, Roberto De Zerbi has a contract with Brighton until 2026, but it includes a release clause of ‘only’ 14,000,000 euros. At Bayern, they want to have a longer list of candidates, to explore different names and talk to all of them to get a clearer picture. De Zerbi is one of the names at the top of that list.Arne Slot’s ‘speed metal’ football perfect for BayernReportedly, Barcelona, Liverpool, Manchester United, Chelsea, and others are also keeping an eye on the Italian. What holds many back in his case is the fact that De Zerbi has never worked in a big club. Therefore, there is doubt about whether his philosophy, which involves ‘controlled chaos’ on the field, would be compatible with the goals of the biggest clubs, how big stars would react to it, and ultimately, whether it would deliver what is called an imperative in such environments – trophies. Let’s recall, before Brighton, De Zerbi managed Shakhtar Donetsk, Sassuolo, Benevento, Palermo… ##NAJAVA_MECA_7983356##
