Recent days have seen Gian Piero Gasperini receiving apparent backing from AS Roma’s owners. However, the coach’s long-term prospects with the club remain in doubt following a recent clash with Senior Advisor Claudio Ranieri.
The situation at Roma is becoming increasingly strained, with multiple sources indicating that either Gasperini or Ranieri will depart the club once the current season concludes.
Last week, Ranieri publicly responded to criticisms from Gasperini, who had voiced dissatisfaction regarding the club’s transfer dealings and the handling of player injuries. This occurred prior to a match against Pisa.
According to reports, Ranieri’s public rebuttal was followed by a tense meeting at Trigoria earlier this week, which also involved sporting director Frederic Massara. It is understood that Ranieri even considered resigning after this latest conflict, while Gasperini engaged in a conference call with the club’s owners.
Owners Dan and Ryan Friedkin are in a difficult position. They view Ranieri as a vital component of their long-term vision for the club, yet they also acknowledge Gasperini’s positive impact on the team’s performance this season.
Nonetheless, a definitive choice must be made regarding whether to proceed with either Gasperini or Ranieri for the 2026-27 season, as their relationship appears to have reached a breaking point.
Furthermore, reports suggest Gasperini is displeased that some of Ranieri’s close associates have been granted contract extensions without his consent. In parallel, Ed Shipley, a key figure for the Friedkins in Rome, has reportedly documented instances of Gasperini’s inappropriate conduct.
Roma appointed Gasperini last summer, and his current contract with the Italian tactician is set to expire in 2028.
