Roberto De Zerbi is an Italian professional football manager and former player known for his possession-based, attacking style of football.
He was a key player, leading teams like Shakhtar Donetsk and Brighton & Hove Albion to success.
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- Full name: Roberto De Zerbi
- Date of birth: June 6, 1979
- Age: 45 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Brescia, Italy
- Nationality: Italian
- Occupation: Football coach, former player
- Height: 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in)
- Parents: None
- Siblings: None
- Spouse: None
- Children: None
- Relationship status: None
- Net worth: $1.5 million
Early life and education
Roberto De Zerbi, 45, was born on June 6, 1979 in Brescia, Italy. He grew up in a football-loving family and was exposed to the sport from a young age.
De Zerbi spent his early career playing for local teams in Brescia before moving to Serie C side Foggia in 1998.
He spent 13 years playing as a midfielder in Italy’s lower leagues before retiring in 2013.
Personal life
Roberto De Zerbi keeps his private life private and very little information about his family, relationships or children has been released.
He is known to be dedicated to his work and has a strong passion for football.
Career
De Zerbi began his coaching career with amateur side Darfo Boario in Serie D in 2013. He then managed Palermo, Benevento and Sassuolo in Serie A before joining Shakhtar Donetsk in 2021.
He became the first Italian coach to lift the Ukrainian Super Cup and led the team to the quarter-finals of the Champions League.
In 2022, De Zerbi was appointed head coach of Brighton & Hove Albion, leading the team to sixth place in the Premier League and qualification for the UEFA Europa League.
Prize
- Ukrainian Super Cup (2021)
- Ukrainian Premier League (2021-22)
Net worth
Roberto De Zerbi’s net worth is estimated at $1.5 million, earned through his successful coaching career.
Social media
- Instagram: @robertodezerbi
- Twitter: @robertodezerbi
