Overview
- Fiorentina lost 1-0 at home to Lecce, had a late penalty overturned by VAR, and sit 19th with four points from 10 Serie A matches.
- The club confirmed on Saturday that sporting director Daniele Pradè’s contract was terminated by mutual consent.
- Supporters jeered the team and gathered outside the Stadio Franchi to protest, prompting the club to enforce a post-match media blackout.
- Executives held crisis talks and are reportedly leaning toward parting ways with Stefano Pioli, with president Rocco Commisso expected to make the final decision and severance costs a key factor.
- Pioli has refused to resign after speaking with directors, with Primavera coach Daniele Galloppa mentioned as a possible interim and talks with Paolo Vanoli described as stalled ahead of Thursday’s Conference League match against Mainz.