Atalanta has fired head coach Ivan Juric following Sunday’s crushing 3-0 home defeat against newly-promoted Sassuolo. The dismissal ends Juric’s short tenure with the Serie A club.
Appointed this summer to replace long-serving manager Gian Piero Gasperini, Juric leaves Atalanta languishing in 13th place. The team managed just two victories in 11 league matches.
The club confirmed his exit in an official statement. “Atalanta BC announces Ivan Juric has been relieved of duties,” it read. Several key staff members were also dismissed.
Jurics departure follows weeks of poor results. Atalanta collected only six points from their last eight matches. Their recent form includes two consecutive league losses.
Lookman Clash and Critical Fixtures
The club reportedly warned Juric his future depended on two matches. These included a Champions League game against Marseille and the Sassuolo league fixture.
Although Atalanta defeated Marseille, the victory was overshadowed. Nigerian international Ademola Lookman engaged in a heated touchline argument with Juric during the match.
The confrontation attracted significant media attention. It intensified scrutiny on the under-pressure coach at a critical time.
The 3-0 home loss to Sassuolo ultimately sealed Juric’s fate. It marked the club’s heaviest defeat of the season.
Search for New Leadership
Reports suggest Raffaele Palladino is the leading candidate to replace Juric. The former Monza and Fiorentina manager could take charge soon.
Atalanta is expected to announce their new manager shortly. The club aims to stabilize their season and climb the Serie A table.
This marks Atalanta’s first major coaching change since Gasperini’s departure. It signals the club’s urgent response to disappointing performances.
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