Former manager takes on advisory position after Gasperini appointment

Roma has officially confirmed that Claudio Ranieri will serve as a “manager and senior advisor to the ownership” following the end of his stint as head coach. Ranieri’s new role comes after the appointment of Gian Piero Gasperini as the club’s new manager.

The 73-year-old Ranieri had guided Roma to a respectable fifth-place finish in the 2024-25 season, earning one point outside the top four with the best record of any team in the division in the last 10 games of the season.

Despite his success, Ranieri had previously hinted at stepping away from day-to-day coaching opportunities, making his decision to take on an advisory role a logical one. Ranieri will now work closely with Gasperini, providing guidance and support as the new manager looks to lead the team to success.

The club’s ownership has expressed confidence in Ranieri’s ability to contribute to Roma’s success in a different capacity, and he will undoubtedly play a key role in advising the ownership and supporting Gasperini in his new role.

With his wealth of experience and knowledge, Ranieri’s new role is expected to bring benefits to the club, particularly in terms of providing guidance and support to Gasperini.

The appointment of Gasperini as the new manager marks a new chapter for Roma, and Ranieri’s advisory role will likely play a significant part in shaping the club’s future success.