De Zerbi said, “Rest periods are not allowed. Fools forget the past, but we must learn from our mistakes.” Roberto De Zerbi doesn’t want to give his players even a moment to relax. Right after emphasizing the importance of maintaining a high level of performance, the Italian coach made a firm statement that immediately cooled any thoughts of celebrating in the locker room. “We don’t have time for vacations. We must learn from the mistakes we’ve made this season,” said the coach, whose demanding approach has become a hallmark of his style of management.
The phrase “Fools forget the past” isn’t just an emotional statement; it’s a clear tactical approach. De Zerbi understands that surviving in the league is just the foundation, not the ultimate goal. His approach involves continuous analysis: every loss, every structural mistake is examined in detail. Abandoning any sense of euphoria after avoiding relegation is a conscious effort to change the team’s mentality, which has become accustomed to being an underdog team. This approach helps turn the team into stable participants in European competitions. De Zerbi doesn’t have any illusions: the next season won’t start from scratch. Instead, it will be based on careful work to correct the mistakes made so far. There really isn’t time to waste.