Italy`s recently appointed head coach, Gennaro Gattuso, visited AS Roma`s Trigoria training complex today. During his visit, he met with coach Gian Piero Gasperini and held discussions with the Italian players at the club.
Gattuso, who took over from Luciano Spalletti this summer, is currently preparing to announce his inaugural squad selections for the critical 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
His debut match leading the Nazionale is scheduled for September 5 at home against Estonia. Following this, the team will face Israel on September 8 at a neutral venue.
Recognizing the limited time available to familiarize himself with potential players, Gattuso plans to visit numerous Serie A clubs during their pre-season training camps.
Gattuso Meets Roma Players and Staff
AS Roma was the first club on Gattuso`s visitation list. He engaged with their new coach Gasperini, Sporting Director Frederic Massara, and the Italian players eligible for national team consideration.
The national team manager was accompanied by his assistants, Leonardo Bonucci and Luigi Riccio, during his visit.
AS Roma`s official social media accounts subsequently shared images featuring the Azzurri`s head coach alongside players Bryan Cristante and Gianluca Mancini.
Gattuso is next anticipated to meet with Fiorentina and their new manager Stefano Pioli this Saturday at the Viola Park complex, continuing his tour of Serie A teams.