Overview
- Genoa announced that Daniele De Rossi has met the squad and will lead this afternoon’s training, with his presentation alongside chief of football Diego Lopez set for Friday at 14:00.
- De Rossi replaces Patrick Vieira after a poor start that left Genoa on six points from 10 matches, with the first league win arriving under interim coaches Domenico Criscito and Roberto Murgita.
- Because of a prior red card on September 15, 2024, De Rossi must serve a one-match ban and will not be on the bench against Fiorentina, with assistant Giacomazzi expected to lead the team on the day.
- Italian media report a short-term deal to June with an automatic extension if Genoa stay up and a salary around €1 million net, and identify Brignardello among his staff.
- His debut week coincides with Fiorentina’s interim spell under Daniele Galloppa before Sunday’s meeting, adding immediate context to Genoa’s survival push.