Daniele De Rossi to Continue Leading AS Roma Beyond the Season

Italian football club AS Roma has made a significant decision to appoint Daniele De Rossi as the permanent head coach, extending his tenure beyond the current season. This comes following the departure of former manager Jose Mourinho over three months ago.

Jose Mourinho, prior to his sacking, notably led AS Roma to their first European trophy victory and reignited the fans’ passion for the team. However, his tenure was cut short after consecutive defeats to Lazio and Milan, prompting the club to make a change.

De Rossi took over the reins and has impressively steered the team, with only one league loss since his appointment, showcasing a style of play different from Mourinho’s pragmatic approach. His tactical adjustments and player management have yielded positive results, including a convincing 4-0 win against Brighton in the Europa League.

Under De Rossi’s guidance, players like Lorenzo Pellegrini, Stephan El Shaarawy, Leonardo Spinazzola, and Leandro Paredes have shown remarkable improvement, while tactical changes have seen a shift away from Mourinho’s 3-5-2 system to a more dynamic 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1 formation.

Currently, AS Roma boasts 11 victories, three draws, and two defeats under De Rossi’s leadership. As they hold a 1-0 lead against Milan in the Europa League quarter-final, the prospect of securing a semi-final spot looms, potentially leading them back to the Champions League for the first time in five years.

De Rossi’s composed touchline demeanor has also earned praise, contrasting Mourinho’s confrontational style. The Friedkin family, owners of AS Roma, have appreciated De Rossi’s class and professionalism, marking a stark deviation from the controversies that surrounded Mourinho.

With the official confirmation of De Rossi continuing as head coach beyond the current season, AS Roma looks ahead to a promising future under his guidance, with financial rewards and sporting success on the horizon.