Massara expected to leave Roma after Ranieri as Totti return looms | OneFootball

Reports in Italy claim that Roma sporting director Frederic Massara is also expected to leave the club after Claudio Ranieri, which would boost Francesco Totti’s chances of returning to the Stadio Olimpico.

Gasperini wins battle with Ranieri and Massara

Roma are undergoing a major management overhaul, as Senior Advisor Claudio Ranieri is expected to leave the club following a public spat with coach Gian Piero Gasperini.

WALSALL, ENGLAND – AUGUST 06: Frederic Massara, Sporting Director of AS Roma, looks on prior to the pre-season friendly match between Aston Villa and AS Roma at Pallet-Track Bescot Stadium on August 06, 2025 in Walsall, England. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

According to Gazzetta, Roma will confirm Ranieri’s departure on Friday, either with an official statement or through a press conference.

Ranieri’s exit will likely lead to Massara’s departure as well, given that the Roma sporting director is also on bad terms with Gasperini.

ROME, ITALY – APRIL 18: Gian Piero Gasperini, Head Coach of AS Roma, looks on prior to the Serie A match between AS Roma and Atalanta BC at Stadio Olimpico on April 18, 2026 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images)

The coach expressed concerns about injury management and transfer decisions, and the latest discussions with the club owners have resulted in him prevailing over the club directors.

Gazzetta adds that Massara and Ranieri’s exits will pave the way for Totti’s return to the club.

The Roma legend had dinner with Gasperini in March, and the coach has already confirmed his availability to work with the former striker at the Stadio Olimpico.