Roberto De Zerbi open to leaving Brighton amid Barcelona interest
Premier League club Brighton Hove Albion have confirmed the departure of their manager Roberto De Zerbi.
The Italian coach has been linked with a move to Barcelona, who are on the lookout for a new manager after sacking Xavi Hernandez.
De Zerbi has impressed at Brighton since taking over in September 2022, guiding the club to ninth place in the Premier League.
However, he has now admitted that he is looking for a new challenge, and Barcelona are believed to be keen on appointing him.
Barcelona have been put off a move for De Zerbi due to a hefty release clause, but they are still hopeful of landing him.
De Zerbi has also been linked with the soon-to-be vacant manager role at German giants Bayern Munich.
It remains to be seen where De Zerbi will end up, but it is clear that he is one of the most sought-after managers in Europe.
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