Key Takeaways
- Sassuolo want ex-AC Milan star Ignazio Abate as their new head coach.
- Current manager Fabio Grosso is attracting interest from Fiorentina and Bologna.
- Abate has impressed at Juve Stabia after success with Milan’s youth teams.
U.S. Sassuolo Calcio are preparing for a change in their dugout. The Italian club have identified former AC Milan defender Ignazio Abate as the man to take over if current boss Fabio Grosso departs.
Grosso has done an excellent job at the club, but bigger teams are now watching him closely. Both ACF Fiorentina and Bologna FC 1909 are tracking his situation, which means Sassuolo must plan for life without him.
Club officials see Abate as the perfect fit. The 37-year-old started his coaching career with AC Milan’s youth academy, where he led the Primavera side to strong results in domestic and European competitions. He then moved to Juve Stabia in Serie B. This season, he has guided them into the race for the promotion play-offs.
A key reason for Sassuolo’s interest is Abate’s record with young players. The club has a long history of developing talent, and Abate’s methods match this approach. His arrival could also influence transfer plans, as he might bring in players he has worked with before.
For Abate, this role would be a major step forward. It would give him the chance to prove himself at a bigger club and build his reputation as a top-flight manager.