Fiorentina reshapes central defence under new coach Fabio Grosso

Coach Fabio Grosso is rebuilding Fiorentina’s back line ahead of the next season, targeting a reliable central partnership. He has identified Croatian defender Marin Pongracic and Brazilian centre‑back Viery as the core duo, with Pietro Comuzzo and Luca Ranieri providing additional depth.

The club’s squad currently lists 49 players, and Grosso plans a substantial cut‑down. Several players, including Nicolas Valentini and Matias Moreno, are expected to leave in the upcoming transfer window. The roster also features a mix of goalkeepers, midfielders and forwards, many of whom face uncertain futures as the team trims its numbers to match the new tactical setup.