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Fiorentina club and Giancarlo Antognoni dispute

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The dispute between former Fiorentina captain Giancarlo Antognoni and the club has deepened following the club’s centenary celebrations. Antognoni rejected President Giuseppe Commisso’s plan to retire the number 10 jersey, describing the announcement as a mockery and stating, “Il ritiro della maglia? Pensano che sia bischero? Mi hanno fatto imbestialire.” His son, Alessandro Antognoni, defended his father via social media, asserting “Non è una marionetta” and criticizing the club for sidelining the legend. While the club attempted to honor Antognoni by retiring the jersey for the 2026/27 season, the gesture was met with resistance; critics argued the number should remain available as a dream for young players. Following the centenary festivities, Antognoni addressed his absence, clarifying that his decision to skip the event was not an act of spite but a consequence of a long-standing rift. He explained that after serving as technical director, he felt isolated and was eventually offered a role in the youth sector, a move he described as being ‘put out the door.’ He emphasized his loyalty to the club and its fans, noting that unlike other former stars, he never betrayed Fiorentina. Despite the tension, President Commisso proceeded to honor the former captain by retiring the number 10 shirt for the current season. During the club’s centenary period, Fiorentina’s sporting performance has struggled, highlighted by a 0-3 home defeat against Frosinone. This loss left the club at the bottom of the Serie A standings with zero points after two matches. Amidst these setbacks, Antognoni reiterated that his decision to decline centenary invitations was rooted in a breakdown of relations with management that began five years ago.

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