Fiorentina Appoints Paolo Vanoli as New Head Coach Following Pioli Sacking

November 6, 2025 – Fiorentina has officially appointed Paolo Vanoli as its new head coach, replacing Stefano Pioli, who was sacked earlier this week after a winless start to the 2025-26 Serie A season. The Viola currently sit at the bottom of the league table with four points from 10 matches, prompting swift action from the club’s management.

Vanoli, a 53-year-old Italian tactician, has agreed to a contract until June 2026, with an option to extend based on performance. The former Torino and Venezia manager brings a wealth of experience, having served as an assistant to Antonio Conte during Chelsea’s 2017 Premier League victory and Inter Milan’s 2020 Serie A triumph. His playing career included stints at Parma and Rangers, while his coaching highlights feature promoting Spezia to Serie A in 2022 and stabilizing Verona in mid-table during the 2023-24 season.

Fiorentina aims to implement Vanoli’s attacking 3-4-2-1 system to turn around their fortunes. The club is finalizing details, with Vanoli potentially debuting on the bench for the upcoming match against Genoa. This move underscores Fiorentina’s determination to climb out of the relegation zone and restore competitiveness in the Italian top flight.