On average the lifespan of a coach in Italy is not very long. But training there also opens many doors since the transalpine technicians juggle from one club to another without any problem. This is the case of Antonio Conte, who has already coached Bari, Atalanta, Siena, Juventus, Inter and finally Naples, where he has been stationed since 2024. But the native of Lecce will not stay there next year. The Partenopei confirmed his departure this Monday. The day before, Conte had already declared to the press: “I was lucky enough to meet a group with whom we spoke clearly, we agreed, telling ourselves that we had to row in the same direction despite the headwind, and we set off again. I called the president a month ago, I didn’t want to know anything and I told him: “by virtue of the friendship that binds us, I feel that my journey here is coming to an end.” The decision came from me.”
Movement on the benches
On the other side of the Alps, some sports publications indicate that he is in the running to become the new coach of the Italian national team. Conte is also linked to AC Milan. Because the Rossoneri have decided to part ways with Massimiliano Allegri. The latter failed to qualify the Rossoneri for the Champions League on the final day of Serie A. To make matters worse, his relations with management, in particular with Zlatan Ibrahimovic, have cooled in recent weeks. To replace it, the Gazzetta dello Sport reveals that the Lombards coached the names of Vincenzo Italiano (Bologna) and Raffaele Palladino, who were leaving for Atalanta. Foreign leads are also mentioned, including those leading to Marco Silva also pleases. But the Fulham coach is expected at Benfica, to replace José Mourinho who is leaving for Real Madrid. Oliver Glasner, who will leave Crystal Palace, and Mauricio Pochettino, who is the USA coach, are also followed.
Allegri’s succession is therefore already launched. But the Italian coach is not wasting time either. Linked to the Squadra Azzurra for several months, he is also in the sights of… Naples to replace Conte. Kiss Kiss Radio ensures that he is the priority of Aurelio Di Laurentiis and his club this summer. On the capital side, there is also movement. If Gian Piero Gasperini will continue at AS Roma after the departures of some managers, Maurizio Sarri will leave Lazio to sign for Atalanta. To replace him, President Claudio Lotito should bet on Gennaro Gattuso. Despite his failure during qualifying for the 2026 World Cup, the former coach maintains good standing in the country. According to Il Messaggerohe should be preferred to Raffaele Palladino or even Thiago Motta, who still has one year of contract at Juventus. Which could pose a problem for some clubs because he must first come to an agreement with the Old Lady to be released.
Among the big names and in less upscale clubs
Cesc Fabregas has achieved wonders with Como. His team will play in the Champions League next year. Obviously, this attracts attention and desire. But the Spaniard has been more or less clear about his short-term future. Luciano Spalletti will also be on the Juventus bench, unless there is a last minute turnaround. This was assured yesterday by CEO Damien Comolli. “The only thing right now is to build a solid team, with the coach, with Luciano, with a very clear idea of what to do.” The Italian coach is also planning ahead, expecting significant changes during the next transfer window. Proof that he is planning and preparing for the future with the Piedmontese management. For Vincenzo Italiano, nothing is certain yet. THE Corriere dello Sport announces that he will meet with his leaders this week to take stock. Naples and Milan are possible destinations for him. In the event of a departure, Bologna is already examining the market. THE CdS explains that Daniele De Rossi has an advantage over his competitors Raffaele Palladino and Fabio Grosso (Sassuolo).
The club spoke with the agents of the three technicians to test the waters. That of Grosso must also exchange with Fiorentina. La Viola checked the name of the former Lyonnais but also that of Patrick Vieira, free since his departure from Genoa. THE CdS specifies that Fabio Paratici, the club’s sporting director, will meet Paolo Vanoli this week, to find out if the adventure will continue together or not. The trend is more towards a departure. With the uncertainty of Grosso, who is also being courted by Naples, Sassuolo is also looking at the market. Fabio Pisacane was approached but he assured to continue at Cagliari. Torino also wants to bring in new blood and should part ways with Roberto D’Aversa, at the end of his contract. Ivan Juric, Alberto Aquilani and Ignazio Abate are followed. According to our information, the club also has an eye on Igor Tudor, free after his time at Tottenham. Many movements are therefore to be expected in the boot where 8 benches are available or likely to be available (AC Milan, Naples, Bologna, Atalanta, Lazio, Torino, Sassuolo, Fiorentina). Fortunately, some still play the loyalty card like Inter, totally delighted with Cristian Chivu. Summer promises to be hectic in Italy.
