Brighton chief executive Paul Barber says the club have a plan to replace Roberto De Zerbi.
The Italian manager left the South Coast at the end of a season despite guiding the Seagulls to their highest-ever league finish in 2022-23.
Brighton also played in the Europa League for the first time this term, although it did appear to impact their domestic form.
De Zerbi had been linked with the Manchester United and Chelsea jobs in the run-up to his departure but he has since said he does not have another position lined up.
Reports suggest the 44-year-old can be difficult to work with and demands control of any transfers, which has led to disagreements behind the scene.
Barber has now confirmed that he has a process when it comes to running the club and it has simply been a case of the two being on different pages when they met to discuss future plans for the Seagulls.
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In an exclusive interview with Albion Unlimited, he said: “We worked very hard over the last couple of years to make the relationship [with De Zerbi] as good as it could be.
“But all good things come to an end and it has been a really good two years.
“Obviously the first year was spectacular – it led us to our highest-ever finish and European football.
“This year has been tougher, partly because of all of the extra games.
“But here we are, finishing 11th and feeling a little bit disappointed.
“For Brighton, if you look at our history and our record at the top level, 11th and feeling disappointed is a sign of progress in itself.
“The process that we follow has got us this far and that gives us confidence and belief.
“We are very clear with the way we work and with our coaching staff, including Roberto, and he has been very respectful of the process we follow.”
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Barber went on to explain that it is difficult for a club like Brighton to…
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Publish date : 2024-05-23 15:23:39
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