Atalanta coach Raffaele Palladino has admitted that he has not received any signals from the club regarding his future, despite having a year left on his contract. The Italian coach has been at the helm of the Bergamo-based club since 2022 and has overseen a significant improvement in the team’s performances.
Palladino’s comments came at a press conference on Saturday, where he praised the team’s progress and expressed his desire to build a competitive team for next season. However, he also hinted that his future at the club is uncertain, citing the impending changes to the management structure.
Background
Atalanta are preparing for the final stretch of the season, with a crucial match against Milan at San Siro tomorrow. The team is expected to make major changes to their management, with sporting director Tony D’Amico set to be replaced by Cristiano Giuntoli. This has led to speculation about the future of Palladino, who is contracted until June 2027.
According to Sky Sport Italia transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio, Palladino’s future is uncertain despite having one year left in his contract at the Gewiss Stadium. “I’m fine here in Bergamo. I’ve found great warmth from everyone since I arrived,” Palladino said. “I’m proud of the work I’ve done with the team. We’ve gone from 13th to seventh. We were eliminated on penalties in the Coppa Italia and had a great journey in the Champions League, eliminating Borussia Dortmund. I judge this journey positively. Obviously, we must end the season well now. I hope to build a competitive Atalanta for a new great cycle, but I have not received any signals for now. What matters now is to end the season well,” he added.
Reaction
Palladino’s comments have sparked speculation about his future at the club, with many fans and pundits questioning whether he will remain at the helm of Atalanta next season. The club’s management has not made any official statements regarding Palladino’s future, but it is clear that the team is undergoing significant changes.
The uncertainty surrounding Palladino’s future is a blow to the team’s morale, which was already struggling after a disappointing Coppa Italia exit. The team’s players will need to regroup and refocus for the remaining matches of the season, with a crucial match against Milan tomorrow.
Up next
Atalanta travel to Milan tomorrow to face the Rossoneri at San Siro, with kick-off scheduled for 8pm CET. The match is a must-win for both teams, with Atalanta desperate to bounce back from their Coppa Italia exit and Milan seeking to strengthen their grip on a top-four spot.
References
- Sky
- AP
- AS
- Sport
