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Sassuolo appoints Alberto Aquilani as new head coach for 2026-27

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 1:10 PM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Sassuolo appoints Alberto Aquilani as new head coach for 2026-27

Summary

Sassuolo has announced the appointment of Alberto Aquilani as their new head coach, effective for the 2026-27 season. Aquilani, a former midfielder for clubs including Roma, Fiorentina, and Liverpool, steps in to replace Fabio Grosso. This marks Aquilani's first head coaching role in Serie A, having previously managed teams in Serie B. He joins Sassuolo following his time at Catanzaro, where he reached the playoffs. The club aims to build on their 11th-place finish last season, accumulating 49 points.

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By the Numbers

•Alberto Aquilani appointed Sassuolo head coach for 2026-27 season.
•He replaces Fabio Grosso, who has moved to Fiorentina.
•Aquilani previously coached Catanzaro and Fiorentina's U19 team.
•Sassuolo finished 11th with 49 points in the 2025-26 season.
•Aquilani is a former midfielder for Sassuolo, contributing in 2016-17.

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1:10 PMYahoo Sports — Official: Ex-Liverpool man Aquilani gets first Serie A coaching job with Sassuolo

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Sassuolo confirm the appointment of ex-Roma, Fiorentina and Liverpool midfielder Alberto Aquilani as their new head coach.Former Italian midfielder Aquilani has been appointed Sassuolo’s new coach f...
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