De Rossi Arrives as Genoa Move to Name New Head Coach Before Fiorentina Trip

The Roma great is being fast-tracked on a short-term deal with an option tied to Serie A survival.

Overview

Football Italia reports that Genoa are set to announce Daniele De Rossi imminently, with expectations he will be on the touchline against Fiorentina on Sunday.
Video posted Wednesday shows De Rossi arriving in Genoa as he prepares to take over following Patrick Vieira’s dismissal last week.
Reported terms indicate a contract through the end of the season with an extension option contingent on avoiding relegation.
Club insiders say Genoa chose to finalize the move now rather than wait for the international break to guard against rival offers.
Caretakers Roberto Murgita and Domenico Criscito oversaw a 2-1 win at Sassuolo as Genoa sit 18th, facing winless Fiorentina who are also between coaches.