Roberto De Zerbi has threatened to leave Marseille following a shock defeat, stating, "If I'm the problem, I'm ready to leave."

Olympique de Marseille were stunned earlier this evening when they were defeated 3-1 by AJ Auxerre at the Stade Vélodrome.

Marseille conceded an early goal in the tenth minute as Lassine Sinayoko took advantage of a mistake by Lilian Brassier. With the hosts chasing the game, Auxerre scored in the 43rd and 45th minutes from Gaëtan Perrin and Hamed Traorè, despite continuing errors. Marseille would trail 3-0 at halftime for the second consecutive home game.

Marseille's home form has raised some worries for manager Roberto De Zerbi. Marseille has won all but one of their six away games, but their performances at the Vélodrome have been significantly less steady. A win over OGC Nice has been the only bright spot in a season that has seen draws at the Stade de Reims and Angers SCO, as well as defeats at Auxerre and Paris Saint-Germain.

Roberto De Zerbi criticizes Marseille's home results.

De Zerbi was not hesitant to put his head on the chopping board following this recent dismal performance. During the post-match press conference, the Italian manager dropped a bombshell: "I have to accept responsibility for this home defeat. We have problems at home, that is apparent. I'm not sure whether it's a lack of courage or personality. I came to play at the Vélodrome because I wanted to have that experience. If the problem is mine, I'm prepared to leave."

"I'll leave without the money, I don't care about the rest." De Zerbi continued, "I don't want to make excuses or spout rubbish. I'm not going to hide; we have to face truth. That is what I need to accomplish... I repeat: if I am the problem, I must leave.

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