# Torino under Abate: coaching debut, transfers, and Monza cup > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/torino-football-club-coaching-search > Updated: 2026-08-31T11:52:00.000Z. Sources: 118. Developments: 34. In mid-August 2026, Ignazio Abate’s tenure began with a Coppa Italia victory against Carrarese. The match, decided by a Giovanni Simeone goal assisted by Norwegian winger Marcus Pedersen, served as Abate’s managerial debut. While the win was positive, Abate warned that the team’s tactical solidity was insufficient for upcoming Serie A fixtures. Off the pitch, Sporting Director Gianluca Petrachi is under pressure to balance the club’s finances. The club aims to generate approximately €20 million through player sales, including ongoing negotiations to sell Njie to Red Bull Salzburg, to fund an estimated six to seven new signings. Abate’s Serie A debut resulted in a 1-2 defeat against AC Milan. He critiqued the team’s performance, describing them as “too renunciatory” and overly cautious during the first half. Although he noted improvements in the second half as the team played with more intent, the conceded goal proved decisive. Despite the loss, Abate highlighted a positive connection with the fans, though observers noted that rebuilding the team’s mentality remains difficult given the current state of club management. By late August, Torino’s league form struggled following consecutive losses to AC Milan and Sassuolo. The club’s attempt to recover momentum in the Coppa Italia ended in disappointment as Monza defeated Torino 1-0 in the 1/16 finals. The decisive goal was scored by Dany Mota in the final minutes of the first half, resulting in Monza advancing to face Milan. This defeat marked Torino’s third consecutive loss under Abate and featured a notable reunion for Monza manager Ivan Juric, who previously coached Torino for three seasons. Amidst these competitive setbacks, Torino has moved to bolster its defensive options by officially announcing the permanent signing of 24-year-old Scottish international defender Nathan Patterson from Everton. ## Claims - Torino FC signed Kian Fitz‑Jim from Ajax for a fee of about €3‑4 million. (corroborated by 6 sources) - Torino signed midfielder Kian Fitz‑Jim from Ajax for a fee of about €3‑4 million. (corroborated by 6 sources) - Torino acquired defender Pietro Comuzzo from Fiorentina on a loan with a €1 million fee and an option to purchase for €19 million. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Torino is negotiating the transfer of defender Pietro Comuzzo from Fiorentina for a fee of around €18 million. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Torino took Pietro Comuzzo on loan from Fiorentina with a €1 million loan fee and a €19 million purchase option. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Pietro Comuzzo was born on 20 February 2005 and debuted in Serie A on 8 October 2023 against Napoli. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Pietro Comuzzo joined Torino on loan from Fiorentina for a €1 million fee with an option to purchase for €19 million. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Kian Fitz‑Jim transferred from Ajax to Torino for a fee of roughly €3‑4 million. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Torino announced the signings via official club communiqué. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Pietro Comuzzo transferred to Torino on loan from Fiorentina for €1 million with an option to purchase for €19 million. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Kian Fitz‑Jim transferred to Torino from Ajax for a fee close to €3 million. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Kian Fitz‑Jim made 44 appearances in one season and 22 the following season for Ajax. (corroborated by 2 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-31: Monza defeats Torino 1-0 to advance in Coppa Italia Monza defeated Torino 1-0 in the Coppa Italia to advance to the round of 16, where they will face Milan following a decisive goal by Dany Mota. 37 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/celtic-targets-parma-midfielder-oliver-srensen ### 2026-08-16: Torino FC advances in Coppa Italia amid transfer market pressures Torino FC advanced in the Coppa Italia with a win over Carrarese, highlighted by Marcus Pedersen's assist. However, manager Ignazio Abate warned of tactical gaps ahead of their match against Milan. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-manager-abate-notes-progress-following-coppa-italia-match ### 2026-08-14: Torino advances in Coppa Italia with Simeone goal Torino advanced in the Coppa Italia with a 1-0 win over Carrarese via a Giovanni Simeone goal, while Carpi overcame a two-goal deficit to beat Pianese 3-2. 24 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-fc-targets-youth-players-amid-tactical-shift-under-abate ### 2026-07-31: Torino tests new signings in Burnley friendly as defender Pietro Comuzzo lauds club Torino defender Pietro Comuzzo praised the club after a Burnley pre‑season friendly, while coach Ignazio Abate used the match to test new signings. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-fc-trials-new-signings-in-burnley-preseason-friendly ### 2026-07-26: Torino adds Comuzzo and Fitz‑Jim in defence rebuild Torino bolsters its defence and midfield by signing centre‑back Pietro Comuzzo (loan with €1 m fee, €19 m purchase option) and midfielder Kian Fitz‑Jim (≈€3 m from Ajax) as coach Abate rebuilds the squad. 25 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/giovanni-simeone-pledges-to-stay-at-torino-postpones-river-plate-move ### 2026-07-22: Torino FC eyes free‑transfer return of defender Matteo Darmian Torino is evaluating a free‑transfer return of former defender Matteo Darmian, now a free agent after leaving Inter, with talks expected to intensify in the summer’s final transfer window. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-fc-eyes-freetransfer-return-of-defender-matteo-darmian ### 2026-07-20: Torino fans protest stadium return while coach Ignazio Abate shapes new tactics Torino’s Curva Maratona ends a four‑month protest and returns to the stadium, sparking fan backlash, while coach Ignazio Abate emphasizes central tactics in a Pinzolo training session and notes Duvan Zapata’s a 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-fans-protest-stadium-return-while-coach-ignazio-abate-shapes-new-tactics ### 2026-07-18: Torino forward Duvan Zapata targets double‑digit goals under new coach Ignazio Abate Torino striker Duvan Zapata aims for ten goals this season, praises new coach Ignazio Abate, and says the club is active in the transfer market while fan protests are set to resume. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-forward-duvan-zapata-targets-doubledigit-goals-under-new-coach-ignazio-abate ### 2026-07-17: Torino pre‑season under coach Abate sees big win, player updates Torino opened pre‑season with a 13‑0 win under new coach Ignazio Abate, highlighted performances by Kulenović (four goals) and Casadei/Oristanio, while midfielder Ilkhan faced an adductor issue; fans ended a‑s​ 19 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-kicks-off-2026-season-with-friendly-against-pinzolo-valrendena ### 2026-07-16: Torino FC weighs signing defender Matteo Darmian and goalkeeper Filippo Rinaldi Torino FC is exploring the free‑transfer signing of defender Matteo Darmian and the acquisition of 23‑year‑old goalkeeper Filippo Rinaldi as part of a squad overhaul. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-fc-weighs-signing-defender-matteo-darmian-and-goalkeeper-filippo-rinaldi ### 2026-07-15: Torino FC signs goalkeeper Diego Mascardi from Spezia Torino FC completed the permanent signing of 17‑year‑old goalkeeper Diego Mascardi from Spezia for about €2 million, with a contract to 2031, as he joins the pre‑season camp in Pinzolo. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-signs-17yearold-goalkeeper-diego-mascardi ### 2026-07-13: Torino football club begins pre‑season under new coach Ignazio Abate Torino starts pre‑season under new coach Ignazio Abate, with a fan‑filled training session, a Pinzolo camp, and youth‑focused transfer targets including a possible loan for midfielder Cristian Comotto. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ignazio-abate-kicks-off-torino-season-with-packed-training-session-and-fan-rally ### 2026-07-11: Torino secures goalkeeper Diego Mascardi in summer transfer window Torino signs goalkeeper Diego Mascardi; Lucchese adds veteran striker Federico Dionisi; Trento readies Accornero's return amid widespread Italian summer transfers. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serie-a-clubs-outline-summer-transfer-activity ### 2026-07-11: Torino coach Ignazio Abate leads first open training as 2,000 fans protest owner Urbano Cairo Torino's first open training under new coach Ignazio Abate attracted 2,000 fans, but ultras displayed a banner condemning owner Urbano Cairo. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-coach-ignazio-abate-leads-first-open-training-as-2000-fans-protest-owner-urbano-cairo ### 2026-07-10: Leicester City rejects Torino's €7 million bid for defender Ben Nelson Leicester City have rejected a €7 million offer from Torino for 22‑year‑old defender Ben Nelson, who wants to leave after turning down a new contract. The club, now in League One, seeks to cash in amid a summer 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/leicester-city-rejects-torinos-7-million-bid-for-defender-ben-nelson ### 2026-07-09: Torino Football Club strengthens youth squads with multiple signings Torino FC added youth defender Mattia Zaghini, attackers Gianfilippo Materazzi and Manuel Scacchi, plus goalkeeper Diego Mascardi, all on long‑term contracts. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-football-club-strengthens-youth-squads-with-multiple-signings ### 2026-07-09: Torino FC signs midfielder Gaetano Oristanio on loan from Venezia Torino FC has signed 21‑year‑old midfielder Gaetano Oristanio on loan from Venezia, with an option to buy; the player previously featured for Inter’s youth teams, Volendam, Cagliari, Parma and Venezia. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-fc-signs-midfielder-gaetano-oristanio-on-loan-from-venezia ### 2026-07-09: Torino names Ignazio Abate as coach and outlines summer transfer strategy Torino appoints Ignazio Abate as coach, pledges a bold, youth‑focused style and prioritises a new goalkeeper, with defender Ben Nelson and other targets in the summer market. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ignazio-abate-named-head-coach-of-torino-fc ### 2026-07-08: Urbano Cairo plans sale of Torino football club as La7 confirms 2026‑27 lineup Urbano Cairo announces plans to sell Torino football club, seeking a local investor, while unveiling La7’s 2026‑27 schedule and strong ratings. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/urbano-cairo-plans-sale-of-torino-football-club-as-la7-confirms-202627-lineup ### 2026-07-03: Torino signs Italian forward Gaetano Oristanio Torino have signed 21‑year‑old Italian midfielder Gaetano Orisanio, adding a left‑footed playmaker to the squad as new coach Ignazio Abate prepares for the season. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-signs-italian-forward-gaetano-oristanio ### 2026-07-01: Torino FC roster overhaul sparks broader Italian football reforms for 2026‑27 season Torino FC wiped its squad on 1 July 2026, prompting president Urbano Cairo to seek signings, while FIGC chief Giovanni Malagò unveils national reforms on stadiums, finances and youth for the 2026‑27 season. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-fc-roster-overhaul-sparks-broader-italian-football-reforms-for-202627-season ### 2026-06-29: Torino eyes defensive signings as Leicester relegation drops prices Torino seeks to strengthen its defence, targeting Leicester’s Caleb Okoli (now under €10 m) and former Inter centre‑back Francesco Acerbi, amid interest from Genoa and Al Hilal. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-eyes-defensive-signings-as-leicester-relegation-drops-prices ### 2026-06-28: Torino FC spotlights youth talent Alessio Cacciamani, eyes Lucas Biglia as assistant Torino FC notes 19‑year‑old forward Alessio Cacciamani's return under Ignazio Abate and discusses possible appointment of Lucas Biglia as Abate's assistant. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-fc-spotlights-youth-talent-alessio-cacciamani-eyes-lucas-biglia-as-assistant ### 2026-06-24: Torino looks to offload Biraghi to ease high wage bill Torino will sell left‑back Cristiano Biraghi, whose €3 m+ salary is a burden, as new coach Ignazio Abate reshapes the flanks. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-looks-to-offload-biraghi-to-ease-high-wage-bill ### 2026-06-22: Ignazio Abate appointed Torino coach as Juve Stabia searches for his replacement Ignazio Abate becomes Torino’s head coach, with Gineitis highlighted as a key player, while Juve Stabia seeks a new manager, eyeing Luca D’Angelo and Michele Mignani. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ignazio-abate-appointed-torino-coach-as-juve-stabia-searches-for-his-replacement ### 2026-06-19: Torino football club restructures squad and youth teams amid mixed results Torino FC overhauls its senior squad after €33 million in underperforming signings while youth director Ludergnani highlights promising progress across all age groups. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-football-club-restructures-squad-and-youth-teams-amid-mixed-results ### 2026-06-14: Torino's squad rebuild and coaching decisions shape Serie A preseason Torino, under Ignazio Abate, eyes a €2.5 m buyout for defender Enzo Ebosse, reviews midfielder Ciammaglichella’s role and ends Luca Marianucci’s loan, while other Serie A clubs plot transfers. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-eyes-enzo-ebosse-signing-as-marianucci-loan-ends ### 2026-06-12: Ignazio Abate appointed Torino head coach, begins building staff Ignazio Abate has been hired as Torino's new head coach and is recruiting staff, with names such as Gabriel Raimondi, former teammate Lucas Biglia and ex‑Fasano coach Luigi Agnelli mentioned. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ignazio-abate-appointed-torino-head-coach-begins-building-staff ### 2026-06-12: Torino FC appoints Ignazio Abate as head coach Torino FC ends Roberto D'Aversa’s tenure and hires former defender Ignazio Abate as head coach on a contract through 2028. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-fc-appoints-ignazio-abate-as-head-coach ### 2026-06-12: Ignazio Abate named Torino coach following departure from Juve Stabia Ignazio Abate leaves Juve Stabia after a playoff‑qualifying season and is appointed Torino’s new head coach. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ignazio-abate-named-torino-coach-following-departure-from-juve-stabia ### 2026-06-12: Ignazio Abate appointed head coach of Torino Torino have hired former Milan player Ignazio Abate as head coach on a two‑year deal starting July 1, after his exit from Juve Stabia; ex‑executive Adriano Galliani praised the move, following the earlier exit 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ignazio-abate-appointed-head-coach-of-torino-fc ### 2026-06-12: Torino eyes Fiorentina midfielder Lorenzo Amatucci for summer sign‑on Torino, under new coach Ignazio Abate, targets Fiorentina midfielder Lorenzo Amatucci, who returned from a loan at Spain's Las Palmas, as a versatile midfield option. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-eyes-fiorentina-midfielder-lorenzo-amatucci-for-summer-signon ### 2026-06-09: Ignazio Abate named Torino manager with European‑qualification bonus Ignazio Abate signs a two‑year deal as Torino manager, earning €800k per season plus a bonus for European qualification, as a viral 2008 video of his foul on Ivan Juric resurfaces. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ignazio-abate-named-torino-manager-with-europeanqualification-bonus ### 2026-06-07: Torino appoints Ignazio Abate as head coach Torino has named former Milan defender Ignazio Abate as its new head coach on a two‑year deal, while also monitoring Croatian centre‑back Martin Erlic as a potential €10 million signing. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/torino-football-club-eyes-new-head-coach-as-candidates-including-abate-juric-and-baroni-emerge --- Cite as: Torino under Abate: coaching debut, transfers, and Monza cup. 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