Fabio Grosso parts with Sassuolo amid speculation of Fiorentina appointment

Former Italian international Fabio Grosso has terminated his contract with Serie A club Sassuolo, ending a stint that began in July 2024 and saw the team promoted from Serie B to finish 11th in the top flight. The club announced the mutual termination of Grosso and his technical staff, opening the door for the coach to potentially take over at Fiorentina.

Fiorentina dismissed Paolo Vanoli two weeks earlier after he guided the side away from the relegation zone and secured its Serie A stay. Italian media now view Grosso as the likely successor, with commentator Cesare Natalial noting that his appointment could “re‑ignite the fan base” and that the team will need a quality centre‑back and a top‑level goalkeeper to raise its level.

The coaching change reflects ongoing turbulence at Fiorentina as the club seeks to improve results after an irregular season under Stefano Pioli and Vanoli.