Fiorentina ex‑players critique club's direction, back Paratici and Grosso

Former Fiorentina midfielder Stefano Fiore, speaking at the Pitti Uomo event in Florence, praised sporting director Fabio Paratici as a "guarantee" and described new coach Fabio Grosso as a "modern technician". Fiore said he would not let striker Moise Kean leave and highlighted the need for a clear plan to avoid repeating past difficulties.

Former Italy striker Luca Toni, also interviewed at the event, echoed Fiore's confidence in Paratici and called Grosso a promising coach. Toni stressed the importance of keeping Kean at the club, noted the high price paid for him, and suggested younger forwards like Andrea Pellegrini could be future options. He also criticized the club's approach to former legends, referencing Giancarlo Antognoni's recent withdrawal from the centenary celebrations.