Tariq Lamptey has praised former Brighton & Hove Albion manager Roberto De Zerbi, expressing his admiration for the Italian coach with whom he enjoyed working.
De Zerbi, previously with US Sassuolo, departed the Premier League club despite his notable contributions.
Lamptey, a pivotal player under De Zerbi, showcased his versatility by featuring in various roles, including left-back, despite his natural position being right-back.
In an interview with 3Sports, Lamptey highlighted De Zerbi's innovative footballing philosophy, which he credits for broadening his perspective on the game.
“He’s an incredible coach; tactically, he encourages you to see football from a different angle. I'm thankful for the opportunity to learn from different coaches because that's how you grow as a player - through experiences," Lamptey remarked.
“You strive to enrich your game as much as possible, and his unique approach added a new dimension. We played some superb football, and I thoroughly enjoyed my time under his guidance. I aim to incorporate the lessons he taught me to become a better player,” Lamptey added.
Lamptey recently contributed to Ghana's victories in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Mali and Central African Republic.