Atalanta appoint Palladino as head coach on a deal until 2027, following Ivan Juric’s dismissal after a poor Serie A start

Atalanta appoint Palladino as head coach after confirming the arrival of Raffaele Palladino on a contract running until June 2027.

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The 41-year-old Italian replaces Ivan Juric, who was dismissed on Monday following a disappointing run of results.

The announcement was made official on Tuesday, with transfer expert Fabrizio Romano revealing the details of Palladino’s appointment.

The move signals a new chapter for Atalanta as they seek stability and renewed energy after a turbulent start to the Serie A season.

Juric’s exit came just a day after a 3–0 home defeat to newly promoted Sassuolo — a result that left “La Dea” struggling for form and direction after 11 league matches.

His departure ended a short-lived tenure marked by inconsistency and growing frustration among supporters.

Palladino arrives in Bergamo after an encouraging spell at Fiorentina, where his emphasis on fluid attacking football and youth development earned plaudits despite a difficult conclusion to his time with the Viola.

His appointment is seen as a forward-looking move aimed at reasserting Atalanta’s European ambitions.

Atalanta CEO Luca Percassi expressed full confidence in the new manager’s leadership and long-term vision, describing him as “a modern coach with a progressive football philosophy and strong character.”

The *talanta appoint Palladino as head coach deal will see him oversee both the Serie A campaign and the club’s European commitments, as Atalanta aim to re-establish their identity as one of Italy’s most dynamic sides.

Palladino’s first major challenge will be to galvanise a squad still adapting to post-Gasperini transitions while maintaining the club’s hallmark attacking flair and tactical discipline.

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His debut fixture is expected to draw considerable attention from both fans and analysts eager to see his impact.