AS Roma has officially appointed Gian Piero Gasperini as their new head coach. The Italian signed a three-year contract that will keep him with the Giallorossi until the summer of 2028. Gasperini joins Roma after a highly successful nine-year spell at Atalanta, from 2016 to 2025, where he oversaw one of the club`s most prosperous periods, culminating in their historic victory in the 2023-24 UEFA Europa League.
The appointment comes amidst a period of significant change for Roma, who have seen multiple managers since the departure of Jose Mourinho in January 2024. Daniele De Rossi, Ivan Juric, and Claudio Ranieri all had stints in charge. Notably, Ranieri, who returned from retirement to assist the club, played a key role in the managerial search as a supervisor for the Friedkin family, the club`s owners. Roma`s season saw a remarkable turnaround, leading to qualification for the UEFA Europa League, overcoming a difficult start that saw previous coaching changes. Meanwhile, Ivan Juric is reportedly set to take over at Atalanta, succeeding Gasperini.
In their official announcement, AS Roma praised Gasperini for his innovative tactics, commitment to hard work, and proven ability to develop players. The statement confirmed that both the club`s ownership and Claudio Ranieri view Gasperini as the ideal person for the role, extending a warm welcome to the new Mister.
Why Gasperini is the Right Choice
The lengthy search for a new manager led by Claudio Ranieri culminated in what many consider an excellent decision: Gian Piero Gasperini. The veteran coach, known for his spells at Genoa and most notably Atalanta, is widely regarded as one of Serie A`s premier tacticians. His tenure at previous clubs demonstrated a remarkable ability to not only implement exciting, attacking football but also to significantly improve individual players.
Numerous talents, including Diego Milito, Thiago Motta, Alejandro Gomez, Ademola Lookman, and Rasmus Hojlund, flourished under his guidance, becoming sought-after players globally. Roma required a coach who could instill a dynamic playing style while also possessing the resilience to handle the intense pressure associated with managing the club. Gasperini`s extensive experience fits this profile.
His coaching career has been largely successful, with his only notable setback being a very brief and unsuccessful period at Inter Milan in 2011. Ironically, following his dismissal from Inter after just a few weeks, he was replaced by none other than Claudio Ranieri, the same individual instrumental in bringing him to Rome now.
