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Vincenzo Italiano unveiled as Besiktas head coach in Istanbul

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 9:50 AM

Last updated Jun 6, 2026

Vincenzo Italiano unveiled as Besiktas head coach in Istanbul

Summary

Vincenzo Italiano has been named head coach of Besiktas following his arrival in Istanbul by private jet. The former Bologna manager signed a two-year contract worth €6 million per season, making him the third highest-paid Italian coach. Supporters have reacted positively, calling him 'the Italian Klopp.' Italiano aims to close the 17-point gap to the champions from last season. He will also prepare for upcoming Europa League qualifying matches and experience Istanbul derbies against Galatasaray and Fenerbahce for the first time.

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•Vincenzo Italiano has signed a two-year deal with Besiktas.
•He aims to address a 17-point gap from last season's champions.
•Italiano's salary is €6 million per season plus bonuses.
•Besiktas fans have welcomed him enthusiastically online.
•He faces upcoming Europa League qualifying duties.

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9:50 AMYahoo Sports — Besiktas fans welcome ‘Italian Klopp’ as Italiano becomes third highest paid Italian coach

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Vincenzo Italiano has been officially unveiled as Besiktas head coach after arriving in Istanbul by private jet, with Turkish fans already dubbing him “the Italian Klopp” as the former Bologna man...
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