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Claudio Ranieri's replacement found! Roma close in on Gian Piero Gasperini deal after Atalanta exit

<p>According to <a href="https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1928066230335709197" target="_blank">journalist Fabrizio Romano</a>, AS Roma have identified Ranieri’s replacement in the form of former Atalanta manager Gasperini. The report states that both parties indulged in a meeting this afternoon to complete the agreement and that Gasperini is on the verge of taking charge at Roma.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>After a top-notch season with  Ranieri, highlighted by a 19-match unbeaten run, Roma are now focused on appointing a new manager. Ranieri’s guidance helped the capital club finish fifth in Serie A, securing qualification for the Europa League. Gasperini, a seasoned coach with nine years and 439 matches at Atalanta, winning 228 of them, is the leading candidate. He notably led Atalanta to a Europa League title in 2023-24, making him a fitting successor to Ranieri, who will now serve as Roma’s sports advisor.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>Roma will be Gasperini’s eighth managerial appointment since beginning his coaching career with Juventus’ youth team in 1994.</p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>Roma will be Italy’s sole representative in the Europa League next season, alongside their participation in domestic competitions like Serie A and the Coppa Italia.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR ROMA?

Claudio Ranieri's replacement found! Roma close in on Gian Piero Gasperini deal after Atalanta exit | Goal.com

Roma have identified Gian Piero Gasperini, the former Atalanta manager, as Claudio Ranieri’s replacement and are closing in on a deal.