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Fiorentina terminate Raffaele Palladino’s contract three weeks after extension

Fan unrest over Palladino’s tactical approach intensified after a Conference League semi-final exit to Real Betis

Soccer Football - Conference League - Semi Final - Second Leg - Fiorentina v Real Betis - Stadio Artemio Franchi, Florence, Italy - May 8, 2025 Fiorentina coach Raffaele Palladino REUTERS/Jennifer Lorenzini/File Photo
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Overview

  • Fiorentina terminated Raffaele Palladino’s contract by mutual consent on May 30, ending his two-year deal that included an option for an extra year.
  • The club had extended Palladino’s contract until 2027 on May 7 ahead of its Conference League semi-final second leg with Real Betis.
  • The decision follows Fiorentina’s defeat to Real Betis in the Conference League semi-finals and a subsequent 3-1 Serie A loss to Venezia.
  • Under Palladino, Fiorentina achieved a sixth-place Serie A finish, their best league result since 2016, securing qualification for next season’s Conference League.
  • Supporters have grown impatient with owner Rocco Commisso as the club remains without a trophy since 2001 and has lost three finals in the past two campaigns.