“Claudio refuses to entertain talks about a possible renewal: ‘Leave me alone.’ Gasperini’s odds are increasing.”

The Ranieri remedy is working. Sir Claudio took over Roma in a complex moment, with the yellow-and-red club just a few points away from the relegation zone and Europe seemingly far off. Last night even saw an overtaking of Milan, with sixth place only a distant 4 points away. Yet another miracle in his incredible career, which this time might truly come to an end. Last May, he announced his retirement after securing safety with Cagliari. “I might only return to managing for a national team,” Claudio had said. But when Roma needed him, he did not step back, unlike what happened in 2019. And now? The Friedkin family would like to keep him on the bench for another year and Ghisolfi also agrees: “I hope he changes his mind….” The entire world is talking about Ranieri, and even Carlo Ancelotti is piling odds on: “I’m not so sure he will stop coaching.” Everyone still wants him in the dugout, including the team and the fans who beg Dan to consider his ongoing tenure on the bench. But yesterday, he confirmed once again that his desire is to quit and take up a management role in Trigoria: “Leave me be.” Several names are on the list: Gasperini could potentially leave Atalanta and is eager to challenge himself in a significant league. However, reaching Massimiliano Allegri might prove to be more difficult. Sarri is also in the running, a figure who is attractive to Milan as a follow-up to Conceicao. The shadow of Ancelotti also remains, however, he has stated that he is content with Real Madrid and has a contract for another year. Farioli has been removed from the list, meanwhile Fabregas appeals to Ranieri but isn’t yet considered ready for the bench of the mighty Roma. The hunt is on.