Ancelotti’s Sentimental Return to Roma? Italian Media Buzzing with Speculation

The tumultuous season at AS Roma continues, with the Giallorossi experiencing a rollercoaster of emotions. From sacking Daniele De Rossi to appointing Ivan Juric, only to replace him with Claudio Ranieri, the Eternal City’s fans are on edge. The latest rumors suggest that Carlo Ancelotti, the seasoned Italian coach, might be set to return to his roots and take the reins at Roma.

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Ancelotti is one of the top candidates to succeed Ranieri, alongside Massimiliano Allegri, who has been out of a job since leaving Juventus Turin in May last year. The Spanish sports daily, Mundo Deportivo, claims that Ancelotti would consider Roma’s proposal, even though he has a contract with Real Madrid until June 2026. This move would pave the way for his son, Davide, to become the first team coach at Real Madrid.

Gian Piero Gasperini, Atalanta’s current coach, has also been linked to Roma, but his past experience at Inter Milan, where he was swiftly dismissed, raises concerns about his ability to handle the pressure of coaching a top-tier team. For Ancelotti, taking the helm at Roma would be a sentimental return to the club where he played from 1979 to 1987, alongside Polish legend Zbigniew Boniek.

Currently, Roma sits in 10th place in the Serie A table, following their convincing 5-0 win over Parma. With key players like Nicola Zalewski, whose contract expires in June 2025, the team’s performance is under scrutiny. If Ancelotti were to join Roma, it would undoubtedly be a major coup, and a significant transfer move in the coaching world.

As Roma prepares to face AC Milan on December 29, the fans are eagerly waiting to see what the future holds for their beloved team. Will Ancelotti make a triumphant return to his old stomping ground, or will Roma opt for a different direction? One thing is certain – the drama and speculation surrounding the Giallorossi will continue to captivate the football world.

Stats and Facts:

* AS Roma is currently 10th in the Serie A table with 21 points from 17 games.
* Nicola Zalewski’s contract with Roma expires in June 2025.
* Carlo Ancelotti has a contract with Real Madrid until June 2026.
* Ancelotti played for Roma from 1979 to 1987, alongside Zbigniew Boniek.

Sources:

* La Gazzetta dello Sport
* Mundo Deportivo
* AS Roma official website
* Serie A official website