Italian club Atalanta officially announced on Monday afternoon the appointment of Raffaele Palladino as the team’s new head coach, succeeding Ivan Juric, who was dismissed after just 11 rounds of the 2025–2026 Serie A season. ⚽🇮🇹
The decision came after a disappointing run of results, with Atalanta earning only six points from their last eight games — six consecutive draws followed by two defeats — dropping them to 13th place in the league standings.
According to Football Italia, the club moved quickly to secure a replacement, signing Raffaele Palladino, former coach of Monza and Fiorentina, on a contract running until June 2027. He will officially take charge after the international break, starting with a major clash against defending champions Napoli on November 22. 🏟️🔥
Reports also indicate that the initial deal covers 18 months, expiring at the end of the 2026–2027 season, with options for extension based on performance.
Atalanta will retain several current coaching staff members, including Cristian Raimondi, Marco Savorani, Sabino Oliva, Marcello Iaia, Stefano Brambilla, and Andrea Vigni, to ensure stability during the transition.
With this appointment, Atalanta hopes to regain its rhythm in Serie A under Palladino’s leadership, known for his tactical discipline and dynamic style during his time with Monza. 💪
