Aquilani takes over as Sassuolo's head coach as squad needs strengthening
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Alberto Aquilani has been appointed as head coach of Sassuolo, marking his first experience in Serie A. At his presentation, Aquilani expressed enthusiasm for returning to the club where he once played. He acknowledged the team's squad depth issues and mentioned that while he has clear ideas for the team's playstyle, improvements are needed in certain positions. Aquilani takes over following Fabio Grosso's departure to Fiorentina and cited a strong connection with Sassuolo as a reason for his choice. He intends to implement a familiar 4-3-3 formation while addressing the team's needs with the club's management.
- •Alberto Aquilani appointed head coach of Sassuolo on July 4, 2026.
- •He has previous coaching experience in Serie B with Pisa and Catanzaro.
- •Aquilani plans to maintain the traditional 4-3-3 formation.
- •He acknowledges the need to strengthen certain positions in the squad.
- •Aquilani replaces Fabio Grosso, who joined Fiorentina.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Aquilani: ‘Sassuolo a natural choice for first Serie A club’ as coach
"Alberto Aquilani explains why Sassuolo felt like ‘a natural choice’ for his first Serie A coaching experience, but warned the squad is ‘lacking in some positions.’This is the first Serie A man...
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