AS Roma introduced the appointment of their former captain, Daniele de Rossi, because the membership’s new supervisor following the dismissal of Jose Mourinho.
The choice comes after Roma’s disappointing begin to the Serie A season, leaving them in ninth place after 20 video games.
Roma had reportedly focused Antonio Conte as their first alternative for the managerial function, however after failing to safe his companies, they shortly turned their consideration to bringing again membership legend Daniele de Rossi to Stadio Olimpico.
The 40-year-old has signed a six-month contract till the top of the season and can lead the staff as they goal to enhance their efficiency.
De Rossi’s return to Roma marks the top of an illustrious 17-year enjoying profession with the Giallorossi, throughout which he made 616 appearances, scoring 63 targets, and offering 60 assists.
Solely Francesco Totti has performed extra matches for the membership than De Rossi. He was a key determine in Roma’s successes, successful two Coppa Italias and one Supercoppa Italiana. Moreover, he was a part of Italy’s successful squads within the 2006 World Cup and Euro 2012.
AS Roma are happy to substantiate that Daniele De Rossi has been appointed as head coach till 30 June 2024.
Welcome dwelling, Daniele! 💛❤️
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— AS Roma English (@ASRomaEN) January 16, 2024
Expressing his gratitude, De Rossi acknowledged, “I would like to thank the Friedkin family for entrusting me with the responsibility of Roma’s head coach role. From my side, I know no other way but dedication, daily sacrifices, and giving everything I have in order to face the challenges that await us from now until the end of the season.”
De Rossi’s earlier managerial expertise got here with Serie B membership SPAL within the 2022-23 season, however he was relieved of his duties after simply 17 video games.
Regardless of this setback, Roma’s house owners, Dan Friedkin and Ryan Friedkin, imagine that De Rossi’s deep reference to the membership will play an important function within the staff’s success within the second half of the season.
“We are happy to be able to hand over the managerial role of AS Roma to Daniele De Rossi, as we feel that the leadership and ambition that have always defined him can prove decisive in achieving the team’s objectives until the end of the season,” mentioned the Friedkin brothers.
De Rossi’s first check as Roma’s supervisor will probably be towards Hellas Verona on Saturday. The staff goals to bounce again from consecutive defeats towards Lazio and AC Milan within the Coppa Italia and Serie A, respectively.
De Rossi can even lead Roma of their Europa League marketing campaign, which resumes subsequent month with a two-legged knockout-round playoff tie towards Feyenoord.
