De Rossi to lead AS Roma into the future as manager
MILAN: AS Roma’s journey under the helm of former player Daniele De Rossi is set to continue beyond this season, with the club’s owners expressing their confidence in his leadership for the “foreseeable future.” De Rossi, who stepped into the managerial role in January following the departure of Jose Mourinho, has overseen a notable resurgence for the Serie A side.
Taking charge of a team that was languishing in ninth place in the league, De Rossi has orchestrated a remarkable turnaround, guiding Roma to fifth place in the standings through a seven-game unbeaten streak. Additionally, the club’s successful Europa League campaign under his guidance has seen them secure a 1-0 advantage over AC Milan in the quarter-finals.
The announcement of De Rossi’s extended tenure as head coach comes after positive discussions between the club’s owners, Dan and Ryan Friedkin, and the former Italy international. In their joint statement, the Friedkins highlighted the tangible impact of De Rossi’s leadership on the entire club.
While the specifics of De Rossi’s contract were not disclosed, Roma supporters can look forward to seeing their beloved former player continue to shape the team’s future. With crucial fixtures against Milan in the Europa League and Bologna in the league on the horizon, the announcement brings stability and optimism to AS Roma as they strive for success under De Rossi’s guidance.
