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Monza Appoint Ivan Juric as Head Coach

The hire signals the club's push to consolidate in Serie A under new minority owners.

Soccer Football - UEFA Champions League - Olympique de Marseille v Atalanta - Orange Velodrome, Marseille, France - November 5, 2025 Atalanta coach Ivan Juric after the match REUTERS/Manon Cruz
Ivan Juric previously coached in Serie A with Roma and Atalanta

Overview

  • AC Monza confirmed that Ivan Juric will become head coach, taking over at the start of July on a contract that runs through 2028.
  • Juric replaces Paolo Bianco, who won promotion through the play-offs and then left the club to pursue a new opportunity.
  • The 50-year-old arrives with a mixed recent record, including brief spells at Roma and Atalanta and a stint at Southampton that ended in relegation.
  • Monza's decision follows a change in the club's ownership structure earlier this year and comes as nearly half of Serie A clubs have changed coaches during the off-season.
  • The appointment is a calculated gamble that could bring higher-level experience and tactical structure to a club entering only its fourth top-flight season, and fans should watch Juric's transfer choices and early results for signs of stability.