ACF Fiorentina is pleased to announce that Fabio Grosso has been appointed as the new Head Coach of the First Team.

Born in Rome on November 28, 1977, Grosso began his coaching career in 2013 within the Juventus Youth Sector.

He made his managerial debut with a senior first team in 2017, taking charge of Bari in Serie B. Throughout his career, the new Viola coach has also coached Olympique Lyonnais, Frosinone, and Sassuolo, among others. He has secured two promotions from Serie B to Serie A and, during his most recent season leading the Neroverdi, achieved an 11th-place finish as a newly promoted side.

Everyone at Fiorentina is delighted to enthusiastically welcome a World Champion and a coach who brings competence, innovative ideas, and enthusiasm. Welcome, Mister Fabio Grosso!

“We are very happy to welcome Fabio Grosso to Fiorentina – said President Giuseppe B. Commisso -  Fabio is not only a World Champion; he is a coach who has built his path through hard work, ideas, and results, showing the ability to lead teams and face important challenges. After a difficult season, we want to open a new chapter with energy, ambition, and responsibility. We believe Fabio has the personality, the method, and the enthusiasm to help us build a stronger, more competitive Fiorentina, always connected to its identity. We welcome him with great confidence. Forza Viola!”

Fiorentina’s new Head Coach, Fabio Grosso, shared the following message:

“I would like to thank the entire Club, especially President Giuseppe Commisso and his mother Catherine, for entrusting me with the responsibility of leading Fiorentina.

I am truly delighted to have the opportunity to take on this exciting challenge. I am joining a prestigious Club, backed by passionate supporters and located in a city that lives and breathes football.

I never like to make promises, but fully aware of the responsibilities that lie ahead, I can assure everyone from day one of my commitment, professionalism, and dedication to building a team that plays with courage and ambition. I am genuinely excited and cannot wait to get started.”

The new Viola coach has signed a contract running until June 30, 2028.