Italian coach Claudio Ranieri bid farewell to Cagliari on a heartfelt note as he gathered the team to announce his departure despite having another year left on his contract. With tearful faces among the players, Ranieri urged the team to give their all in his last match against Fiorentina. The North Stand was fully booked in support, highlighting the impact of his decision on the club.
As Ranieri steps down, Cagliari now looks towards finding his successor and planning for the upcoming season. No coach has been approached yet, leaving the fans in anticipation. The team will begin their preparations in July, likely in Chatillon-Saint Vincent. Players like Viola may depart with Ranieri, while Pavoletti remains a key figure. As for potential signings, the club will need to make decisions based on character and injury history.
Possible candidates to replace Ranieri include Marco Baroni, who saved Verona impressively, and Luca Gotti from Lecce. There’s also interest in Alessio Dionisi, formerly of Sassuolo. The club faces uncertainty with players like Mancosu, Petagna, and Gaetano on loan, along with doubts surrounding Shomurodov. As the search for a new coach begins, Cagliari faces a period of transition with the departures and incoming decisions to be made.
