Rome: Gasperini Replaces Ranieri as Manager
- Gian Piero Gasperini, 67, is the new manager of Roma, the Serie A club announced Friday.
- Gasperini's appointment follows his departure from Atalanta after nine years.
- Taking over from Gasperini at Atalanta is Ivan Juric,49,formerly of Southampton.Juric, who played under Gasperini at Crotone and Genoa, also served on his coaching staff at Inter Milan...
Gian Piero Gasperini, 67, is officially the new manager of Roma, marking a meaningful shift in Serie A. the highly experienced coach has penned a three-year contract, signaling a new era for the club.This bold move follows claudio RanieriS retirement and transition to a senior executive advisor role. Ivan Juric steps in to fill Gasperini’s shoes at Atalanta, setting the stage for a compelling new season, including Champions League football for Juric. Gasperini’s proven track record and Roma’s ambition make this appointment a major talking point. For in-depth analysis and breaking sports news, News Directory 3 provides extensive coverage. Discover what’s next for Roma under Gasperini’s leadership and the impact of this managerial shuffle on the overall league dynamics.
Gasperini Takes Roma Reins; Juric Steps Up at Atalanta
Updated June 6, 2025
Gian Piero Gasperini, 67, is the new manager of Roma, the Serie A club announced Friday. The move sees Gasperini, a seasoned coach with a proven track record, sign a three-year contract.This managerial change impacts the landscape of Serie A,with implications for both Roma and Atalanta.
Gasperini’s appointment follows his departure from Atalanta after nine years. During his tenure, he led the club to a Europa league title in 2024, secured six top-four finishes in Serie A, and reached a Champions League quarterfinal.He succeeds Claudio Ranieri, who retired after Roma finished fifth last season, qualifying for the Europa League.
Taking over from Gasperini at Atalanta is Ivan Juric,49,formerly of Southampton.Juric, who played under Gasperini at Crotone and Genoa, also served on his coaching staff at Inter Milan and Palermo. Atalanta’s third-place finish last season means Juric will experience Champions League football for the first time as a manager.
Ranieri, after stepping down from managing, will now serve as a senior executive advisor for Roma. He initially came out of retirement to assist the club this season.
Roma lauded Gasperini’s “creative tactics, dedication to hard work, and exceptional player growth.” The club added that both ownership and Ranieri believe Gasperini is the ideal choice.
“I need a significant challenge,” Gasperini said. “I really believe all the conditions are in place to do good work.”
What’s next
The upcoming Serie A season will see Gasperini and Juric facing off as managers of Roma and Atalanta, respectively. Their tactical approaches and team strategies will be closely watched as they navigate the challenges of Italian football.