Trabzonspor targets Stefano Pioli while advancing negotiations with Senol Gunes

Trabzonspor is searching for a new head coach following the departure of Fatih Tekke on September 1. The club contacted Italian tactician Stefano Pioli to inquire about his potential availability. Despite this inquiry, reports from beIN Sports indicate that the club is in advanced negotiations to hire Senol Gunes as the replacement. The coaching search follows a difficult start to the season, where the team managed only two wins in five rounds and suffered a 5-0 aggregate loss to Ferencvaros in the Europa League play-offs. Pioli has remained out of work since his tenure at Fiorentina ended in November 2025. Trabzonspor currently roster a squad that includes Mohamed Salah as they attempt to stabilize their performance.

• 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Report Trabzonspor want Pioli, but advanced talks with Senol Gunes