
Stefano Pioli
Al Ittihad seals three-year deal Italian coach, Stefano Pioli
Saudi-pro league side, Al Ittihad, have engaged Italian football manager, Stefano Pioli, for a three-year deal as new manager.
This followed Al Ittihad sacking their coach, creating a space for hiring Stefano Pioli.
Stefani Pioli is hired essentially by club’s administration because of his extensive expertise. The club feels that Pioli is the ideal candidate to spearhead their new endeavour and ensure the team’s success.
After Marcelo Gallardo, the club’s previous manager was fired on July 2, Al Ittihad with the club moving quickly to appoint Pioli in his stead to lead the club to greater heights.
According to Fabrizio Romano on his X page: ‘‘Stefano Pioli signs a three-year deal as the new Al Ittihad manager!
‘‘Saudi’s back and Al Ittihad ready for a new ambitious era with the former Serie A winning manager at AC Milan.
‘‘Ittihad believes Pioli is the perfect choice for a new project.’’
Al Ittihad have a stellar roster that includes players who have established themselves in Europe, such as Fabinho, N’Golo Kante, and Ballon d’Or winner, Karim Benzema.
The former Inter Milan, Fiorentina, and Lazio manager stepped down from his position as AC Milan head coach at the end of the last 2023-24 season.