Fiorentina abandon D’Aversa option as dressing room pushes for Palladino return | OneFootball

Fiorentina’s coaching situation remains open after the club decided not to proceed with the appointment of Roberto D’Aversa, despite a verbal agreement reportedly reached in recent days.

Transfer expert Matteo Moretto reported via X that the Viola hierarchy have now placed the deal on hold and opted against finalising D’Aversa’s arrival.

“Fiorentina have decided not to continue with the D’Aversa option,” wrote Moretto.

BOLOGNA, ITALY – APRIL 24: Roberto D’Aversa, Head Coach of Empoli, looks on prior to the coppa Italia Semi Final match between Bologna FC and Empoli at Renato Dall’Ara Stadium on April 24, 2025 in Bologna, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

“The club had put the solution on standby despite a verbal agreement. Paolo Vanoli is now in contention, while the squad is pushing hard for the return of Raffaele Palladino.”

Fiorentina team push for Palladino return

There is growing support within the dressing room for Palladino, who left the club at the end of last season after a turbulent campaign and pressure from the fans.

His potential comeback, however, would require a significant change of stance from owner Rocco Commisso, who has so far resisted revisiting that option.

VENICE, ITALY – MAY 12: Head coach of Fiorentina Raffaele Palladino gestures during the Serie A match between Venezia and Fiorentina at Stadio Pier Luigi Penzo on May 12, 2025 in Venice, Italy. (Photo by Maurizio Lagana/Getty Images)

Vanoli remains another candidate under consideration as Fiorentina aim to stabilise the situation following Stefano Pioli’s dismissal.