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Roma will go after Francesco Farioli, who stapped down, while Milan are observing what’s going on between Vincenzo Italiano and Bologna.

Roma Eye Ex-Ajax Gaffer, Milan Lurking for Italiano

May 19, 2025 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Ajax, Bologna, Chelsea, Italian Football, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Serie A 2025-2026, Tottenham Leave a comment

Roma will go after Francesco Farioli, who has stepped down at Ajax after fumbling away the title, while Milan are observing what’s going on between Vincenzo Italiano and Bologna. Tottenham and Chelsea are mulling over the former too.

Roma have been linked to Massimiliano Allegri and Stefano Pioli, but both are unlikely to be hired to replace Claudio Ranieri in the summer.

Roma Set to Pass on Two Long-Serving Italian Coaches

May 12, 2025 Enrico Passarella Ajax, Atalanta, Bayer Leverkusen, Bundesliga, Como, Genoa, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A Leave a comment

Roma have been linked to Massimiliano Allegri and Stefano Pioli, but both are unlikely to be hired to replace Claudio Ranieri in the summer. The former Juventus boss has actually never been contacted by the Giallorossi hierarchy.

Roma have been in touch with Cesc Fabregas amid their ongoing coaching search, as Claudio Ranieri stated that he wouldn't change his mind.

Roma Interested in Fast-Rising Como and Ajax Managers

April 29, 2025 Enrico Passarella Ajax, Como, Italian Football, Roma, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Serie A 2025-2026 Leave a comment

Roma have been in touch with Cesc Fabregas amid their ongoing coaching search, as Claudio Ranieri restated a few times that there’s no chance of changing his mind and convincing him to guide the team for another campaign.

Serie A is primed for a busy coaching carousel at the end of the campaign, which might have a few surprises.

Serie A Likely Poised for Several Big Coaching Hires

April 7, 2025 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Ajax, Atalanta, Italian Football, Juventus, Marseille, Napoli, Roma, Sampdoria, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Serie A 2025-2026, Serie B

Serie A is primed for a busy coaching carousel at the end of the season, which might have a few surprises. Antonio Conte is one of the main dominoes. His Napoli exit would trigger even more movement.

Atalanta gaffer Gian Piero Gasperini received an award in Coverciano and offered an opening to play out the final year of his contract rather than leaving.

Roma Emerge as a Possible Landing Spot for Gasperini

February 27, 2025 Enrico Passarella Ajax, Atalanta, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025

Gian Piero Gasperini could depart Atalanta in the summer a year before the end of his contract, which he won’t extend, and Roma have started kicking the tires on him. Claudio Ranieri is a glorified caretaker manager and will become an executive.

Roma are about to complete their first January signing, as Devyn Rensch flew in on Wednesday morning to take the medicals and take care of the formalities.

Rensch Lands in Italy to Finalize His Roma Switch

January 22, 2025 Enrico Passarella Ajax, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma are about to complete their first January signing, as Devyn Resch flew in on Wednesday morning to take the medicals and handle the formalities before the official announcement.

Roma coach and future consultant Claudio Ranieri decided to use the presser before the Lecce game to stop the rumours about their next manager,

Roma Mull Ajax Manager Farioli to Succeed Ranieri

January 21, 2025 Enrico Passarella Ajax, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Real Madrid, Roma, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Roma are moving early to find their next coach after Claudio Ranieri removed himself from consideration over the weekend and they are laying the groundwork for Ajax gaffer Francesco Farioli. The contacts are already underway.

Roma are on the verge of signing Devyne Resch from Ajax and will also change their backup goalie, as Mathew Ryan could leave to play more.

Roma Line Up Their First Two January Acquisitions

January 20, 2025 Enrico Passarella Ajax, Atalanta, Calciomercato, Genoa, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Lens, Ligue 1, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma are on the verge of signing Devyne Resch from Ajax and will also change their backup goalie, as Mathew Ryan could leave to play more. The Giallorossi have lined up Pierluigi Gollini to succeed him. They have reached an agreement with Ajax.

Roma have reignited their pursuit of Devyne Rensch, whom they have been chasing for a while. His contract expires at the end of the season.

Roma Put Pedal to the Metal to Snap Up Ajax Starlet

January 14, 2025 Enrico Passarella Ajax, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma have reignited their pursuit of Devyne Rensch, whom they have been chasing for a while. His contract expires at the end of the season and he isn’t keen on renewing it. Ajax have been trying for about a year.

Antonio Conte has greenlighted going after Lorenzo Pellegrini, while Napoli are pondering a pair of other alternatives if Juventus don’t free up Danilo.

Napoli Ramp Up Pellegrini Chase, Mull Danilo Fallbacks

January 3, 2025 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Antonio Conte has greenlighted going after Lorenzo Pellegrini, while Napoli are pondering a pair of other alternatives if Juventus don’t free up Danilo. They are ready to sign the Roma captain regardless of potential swaps.

Daniele Rugani has found a cozy perch and doesn’t envision returning to Juventus to help them with their defensive emergency.

Juventus Loanee Unlikely to Return Early from Ajax

January 1, 2025 Enrico Passarella Ajax, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Daniele Rugani has found a cozy perch and doesn’t envision returning to Juventus to help them with their defensive emergency: "I’m doing well and dream of returning to the national team. Thiago Motta was sincere and direct with me."

Federico Balzaretti will soon formally return to Roma as an exec and said his piece about the future of Paulo Dybala amid the Galatasaray chatter.

Roma Official Talks Dybala, Club Working on Other Roles

December 26, 2024 Enrico Passarella Ajax, Calciomercato, everton, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Federico Balzaretti will soon formally return to Roma as an exec, helping out with the scouting and serving as the loan manager. He had covered such a role after hanging his cleats in 2015. He discussed Dybala, while the brass plots another overhaul.

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