Struggling Sassuolo fire manager Aquilani
Sassuolo said the 42-year-old was dismissed after five straight league losses and a run that left the club one point above the relegation zone.
- On Nov 9, Sassuolo sacked manager Alberto Aquilani following a run of five successive defeats that left the Italian club one point above the relegation zone.
- The 42-year-old former Liverpool player was appointed in June but failed to stabilize a squad with the worst defensive record in the top flight, conceding 29 goals in 11 games.
- Following a crushing 3-0 defeat against Roma on Saturday, Aquilani's brief tenure ended with just four victories across all competitions this season at Mapei Stadium.
- Focus in Reggio Emilia has shifted to finding a successor, with former Parma and Lecce boss Roberto Aversa emerging as the clear frontrunner, though Vincenzo Montella is also being considered.
- Following the international break, Sassuolo will resume their league campaign by hosting Genoa on Nov 22 as they attempt to climb out of the relegation threat.
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Jay Idzes' three coaching candidates at Sassuolo following the dismissal of Alberto Aquilani. Sassuolo is prioritizing former AC Milan manager Vincenzo Montella.
Italian coach Alberto Aquilani was fired on Monday from the Serie A Sassuolo team, following a series of weak results obtained by the black green team.
Alberto Aquilani was fired from his Sassuolo coach post this Monday.
Emilia Romagna's team occupies the 17th box of the Italian league, with eight points in eleven days, and spins five consecutive defeats. The last setback was on Saturday in the field of Rome (3-0). "The club thanks the coach and his collaborators for the commitment and professionalism they have shown to the lead of the Neroverdi, and wishes them the best for the future of their careers," said Sassuolo in a statement. As far as Serie A goes, the …
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