Roberto De Zerbi has spoken out about his situation with Brazilian striker Richarlison, insisting that the matter is no longer his responsibility while making it clear that the forward can meet him directly if he wants to discuss the issue.

In remarks attributed to the manager, De Zerbi distanced himself from the decisions surrounding Richarlison, saying he was not the person responsible for making them.

“It’s not my problem anymore. It wasn't me who made the decisions in this situation,” De Zerbi said.

The Italian coach also appeared to leave the door open for a direct conversation with the Brazilian, challenging him to approach him if he wanted to address the matter.

“If he wants to face me, I'm always in my office from 8:30 until the evening,” he added.

The comments have drawn attention to the situation between the two figures, with De Zerbi's choice of words suggesting that he wants any concerns addressed directly rather than allowing the matter to continue unresolved.

His reference to decisions made by others also raises questions about the extent of his involvement in the circumstances surrounding Richarlison. However, he did not specify which decisions he was referring to in the quoted remarks.

Richarlison, who has represented Brazil at international level, has experienced intense scrutiny throughout his career, particularly during periods of uncertainty surrounding his club future and role within a team.

De Zerbi's latest comments have added another layer to the situation, although further details would be needed to establish the full background of the disagreement and whether the two will hold a meeting.

For now, the manager's message is clear: he does not consider the matter his responsibility anymore, but he remains available to speak with Richarlison directly if the striker wishes to do so.