Maurizio Sarri is an Italian professional football manager and former player who is the current head coach of Ligue 1 club Olympique de Marseille. He is known for his possession-based style of play and his ability to get the best out of his players.
Past
Sarri was born in Naples, Italy, on January 10, 1959. He played as a goalkeeper for several Italian clubs, including Cesena, Sansovino, and Figline. He also played for the Italy U-21 team.
After retiring from playing, Sarri moved into management. He managed several Italian clubs, including Pescara, Empoli, and Napoli. He also managed Chelsea in the Premier League.
Present
In 2022, Sarri was appointed head coach of Marseille. He has led Marseille to second place in Ligue 1 so far this season, which is their highest position in the league since 2018.
Managerial Profile
Sarri is a possession-minded manager who likes his teams to play a style of football known as "Sarri-Ball". This style of football is characterized by short passes, movement off the ball, and a high level of possession.
Sarri is a highly respected manager who has won trophies at every level. He is seen as one of the best managers in Italy and is considered to be a pioneer of "Sarri-Ball".
"Maurizio is a very talented manager with a clear vision for how he wants his team to play. He is a great fit for Marseille and I am confident that he will be successful here." - Pablo Longoria, Marseille president
