Atalanta Complete Jurić Appointment With Two-Year Deal

Atalanta have found their new head coach. Ivan Jurić has signed a two-year contract, replacing Gian Piero Gasperini.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Croatian coach Ivan Jurić is taking over at Atalanta. After Gasperini’s nine-year stint, Jurić will lead the team until June 2027. He is expected to earn about €2 million per year, with bonuses up to €500,000. Atalanta considered other coaches like Thiago Motta and Raffaele Palladino but chose Jurić.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Atalanta want to keep their successful playing style. Jurić is a follower of Gasperini’s methods, having worked and played under him. Jurić had a tough 2024-25 season with Roma and Southampton, but Atalanta believe he can bring back the high-pressing system that Gasperini introduced. Under Gasperini, Atalanta did well in the Champions League and won the Europa League. Now, Jurić is expected to continue this success.

JURIĆ’S RECENT STRUGGLES

Jurić has had a hard time recently. After doing well at Torino, he had a rough season in 2024-25. He coached Roma for just 12 games before being sacked. At Southampton, the team got relegated under his leadership. Overall, his recent record includes six wins, four draws, and 18 losses.

WHAT NEXT FOR ATALANTA?

With Jurić in place, Atalanta can focus on getting ready for the new season and making moves in the transfer market. They will play in the Champions League, giving Jurić a chance to prove himself. First, he needs to assess the squad and maybe bring in new players. During pre-season, he will work on getting the team to play the way he wants. Fans hope Jurić can quickly bounce back from his past struggles and find success with Atalanta, just like he did at Torino. The first matches will show if he can build on Gasperini’s foundation.