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Atalanta appoints Maurizio Sarri as new head coach

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 2:15 PM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Atalanta appoints Maurizio Sarri as new head coach

Summary

Atalanta has officially named Maurizio Sarri as their new head coach as of June 15, 2026. Sarri, a prominent figure in Italian football, brings extensive experience, having managed over 800 matches and won titles including a UEFA Europa League with Chelsea and a Serie A Scudetto with Juventus. His previous success at Lazio included a Coppa Italia final appearance and a spot in the Champions League Round of 16. Additionally, Sarri reunites with sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli, a partnership that once transformed Napoli's playing style. He is set to lead Atalanta in their upcoming Conference League campaign.

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Latest Updates

•Atalanta announced Maurizio Sarri's hiring on June 15, 2026.
•Sarri has managed over 800 professional matches.
•He previously led Lazio to the Champions League Round of 16.
•Sarri reunites with Giuntoli from his time at Napoli.
•Atalanta prepares for its first Conference League campaign.

Latest Updates

2:15 PMYahoo Sports — Official: Sarri becomes new Atalanta head coach

What they're saying

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Maurizio Sarri has been officially appointed as Atalanta head coach, bringing one of Italian football’s most distinctive tactical minds to Bergamo as the club prepare for their first Conference Leag...
— Yahoo Sports

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