Would Roberto De Zerbi be the right kind of manager for Liverpool?

Brighton manager has a stellar record but his combustible character - especially over recruitment - is a concern

Today, Roberto De Zerbi will take his place in the manager’s dugout at Anfield. He will do so as head coach of & Hove Albion, ’s visitors in , yet when Jurgen Klopp’s departure from Merseyside was revealed in January, plenty wondered if he would take up permanent occupancy at Anfield. Advertisement The news that Xabi Alonso – who had been the early frontrunner to be Klopp’s successor – is staying with duly prompted a fresh wave of speculation on Thursday.

Klopp has never criticised Fenway Sports Group for their careful approach in the transfer market, which is comparable to Brighton’s, albeit on a bigger scale. Advertisement It underlines why – also evident at some of his previous clubs – may be a hindrance if and when he decides to move on from Brighton.

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