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La Gazzetta dello Sport claims that former Italy coach Luciano Spalletti has become the leading candidate to replace Stefano Pioli at Al-Nassr. Former Italy coach Spalletti is Al-Nassr’s preferred option for the 2025-26 season, according to Gazzetta dello Sport.

Stefano Pioli News / Football Italia / June 10

Pioli at a crossroads: what happens if Italy call?

Stefano Pioli is working to be released from Al-Nassr after reaching a preliminary agreement with Fiorentina, but what will happen if the FIGC calls him after Claudio Ranieri’s refusal?

Soccer News / Football Italia / June 9

Exclusive: Pioli return can scrap Torino and Fiorentina’s transfer plans for Biraghi

Torino have an opportunity to sign left-back Cristiano Biraghi from Fiorentina for a minimal fee in the summer transfer window, but that option could be scrapped if Stefano Pioli is to return to Tuscany this summer. Biraghi joined Torino on loan with an option to buy from Fiorentina at the end of the January transfer window.

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Atalanta News / The Cult of Calcio / June 9

Two Clear Frontrunners Quickly Emerge for the Italy Job

FIGC president Gabriele Gravina wants Claudio Ranieri or Stefano Pioli to replace Luciano Spalletti on the Italy bench. The former Roma coach is the top choice for the federation.

Fiorentina News / Football Italia / June 5

Exclusive: Pioli eager to leave Al-Nassr for Fiorentina

Sources tell Football Italia that Stefano Pioli considers his time at Al-Nassr over and would be glad to return to Fiorentina. Ex-Milan coach Pioli is Fiorentina’s leading candidate to replace Raffaele Palladino, and the Italian tactician is eager to return to the Stadio Franchi.

Soccer News / Football Italia / June 3

Pioli, Thiago Motta and De Rossi in running for Fiorentina, Atalanta and Como jobs

The Serie A managerial merry-go-round is well underway following the confirmation of Simone Inzaghi’s departure from Inter, and now, there could be new

Soccer News / Football Italia / June 2

Pioli wanted by Fiorentina and Juventus for 2025-26

After links with Juventus, now Stefano Pioli is being considered for a return to Fiorentina, but his Al-Nassr contract poses a problem. The 59-year-old was pushed out by Milan a year ago and within weeks had secured a new extremely lucrative job in the Saudi Pro League with Al-Nassr.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / May 31

Juventus and Atalanta are fighting for the same managerial target

Juventus continue their search for a new manager to replace Igor Tudor, and the latest name to emerge on their shortlist is Stefano Pioli. The experienced Italian coach is currently employed by Al Nassr, where he oversees a squad that includes high-profile players such as Cristiano Ronaldo and Sadio Mane.

Soccer News / Football Italia / May 31

Pioli and Genesio under consideration for Juventus job

Former Milan head coach Stefano Pioli and Bruno Genesio of Lille are the latest names to be linked with a move to take over at Juventus for the start of the 2025-26 season, according to the latest updates. Juventus are still on the lookout for a new head coach to guide the team into the 2024-25 campaign.

Soccer News / Football Italia / May 30

Atalanta search for Gasperini replacement after Roma agreement

Now that Gian Piero Gasperini has agreed to join Roma, Atalanta are seeking a replacement, talking to Maurizio Sarri, Stefano Pioli, Thiago Motta and Raffaele Palladino.

Soccer News / Football Italia / May 29

Pioli emerges as frontrunner to replace Gasperini at Atalanta

Stefano Pioli has emerged as a leading candidate to take over at Atalanta following Gian Piero Gasperini’s expected departure after nine years in charge.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / May 12

Roma Set to Pass on Two Long-Serving Italian Coaches

Roma have been linked to Massimiliano Allegri and Stefano Pioli, but both are unlikely to be hired to replace Claudio Ranieri in the summer. The former Juventus boss has actually never been contacted by the Giallorossi hierarchy, Sky reports.

Napoli News / Football Italia / May 2

Al-Nassr nearing decision to dismiss former Milan coach Pioli

Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr are reportedly closing in on a decision to dismiss head coach Stefano Pioli following the team’s exit from the AFC Champions

Soccer News / SempreMilan / April 21

Conti revisits how Pioli made him ‘disappear’ for Milan: 'I always played'

Andrea Conti’s time at AC Milan followed two patterns. At one stage, the defender was a regular, but then his playing time fell drastically. After arriving in 2017 as a deputy to Ignazio Abate, the defender saw a fair bit of game time in his first month at Milan.

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Soccer News / SempreMilan / April 14

Roma considering move for Pioli – the irony behind a potential move

Stefano Pioli has regularly been linked with a move to AS Roma since his time at AC Milan came to a stop, and this summer, the two may finally come together.

AC Milan News / SempreMilan / April 7

Grass not always greener: Numbers force Milan to reflect on Pioli and Fonseca decisions

AC Milan decided to make a change midway through the season, sacking Paulo Fonseca in favour of hiring Sergio Conceicao. However, there was a choice that came before that: to move on from Stefano Pioli at the end of last season.

Soccer News / Football Italia / April 4

Pioli emerges as Ranieri’s favourite candidate for Roma job

La Gazzetta dello Sport reports Stefano Pioli is Claudio Ranieri’s favourite candidate for the Roma job in 2025-26. Former Milan boss Pioli, now at Al-Nassr, is Ranieri’s favourite candidate to become the new Roma coach in 2025-26, reports La Gazzetta dello Sport.

AC Milan News / SempreMilan / April 3

Pioli derby drought a distant memory as Inzaghi struggles against new Milan

In recent years, AC Milan have been left dreading the Derby della Madonnina, but this season, the Rossoneri have not been beaten thus far, with Simone Inzaghi struggling a little.

Soccer News / SempreMilan / April 1

Tonali explains with Inzaghi’s Inter reminds him of ‘my Milan under Pioli’

Sandro Tonali has stated that the current Inter side under Simone Inzaghi remind him of how AC Milan were under Stefano Pioli. There did seem to be a real family atmosphere in and around the squad during Milan’s conquest of te 2021-22 league title, a season in which the team perhaps overcame the odds and performed above the sum of their parts.

Sassuolo News / SempreInter.com / March 31

Sandro Tonali Compares Simone Inzaghi’s Inter Milan To Stefano Pioli’s AC Milan: 'Beautiful To Watch'

Newcastle United star Sandro Tonali identifies the similarities between his old AC Milan side and the current Inter Milan team. The Nerazzurri are currently the team to beat in Italian football.

AC Milan News / SempreMilan / March 31

Mazzara insists Milan should feel Conte regret: 'He was the right man'

Journalist Pietro Mazzara believes that AC Milan should feel some regret about not hiring Antonio Conte, and that they should go for him if he is available in the summer.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / March 29

The four managers in the frame to become permanent Juventus manager

Juventus are actively assessing their options for the managerial position, with Igor Tudor’s future yet to be determined. Among the leading candidates, Antonio Conte, Gian Piero Gasperini, Roberto Mancini, and Stefano Pioli have emerged as strong contenders.

Atalanta News / Football Italia / March 28