Gasperini ‘surprised’ by Ranieri, ends Roma press conference in tears
Gasperini ‘surprised’ by Ranieri, ends Roma press conference in tears Roma coach Gian Piero Gasperini admitted he was ‘surprised’ by Claudio Ranieri’s comments last week and became emotional, ending his pre-match press conference in tears as he reflected on his time at Atalanta. Gasperini will face his former club, Atalanta, at the Stadio Olimpico on Saturday, in a key game for a Champions League placement in Serie A. Roma have approached the game amid growing internal pressure, especially after Claudio Ranieri made strong remarks against the coach prior to last week’s league game against Pisa.
Ranieri said Gasperini was the fourth pick for Roma last summer, as the top three candidates had turned down an offer from the club and insisted that the Italian tactician had approved all transfer moves this season. “There was an interview on Friday, in which Ranieri created some situations, but to me it was an incredible surprise,” Gasperini said via Gazzetta. BERGAMO, ITALY – MAY 12: Claudio Ranieri, Head Coach of AS Roma looks on prior to the Serie A match between Atalanta and AS Roma at Gewiss Stadium on May 12, 2025 in Bergamo, Italy.
(Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images) “There had never been a different tone between Ranieri and me. Both in the press conference and between us. I didn’t expect it.
And in many years, I had never been subject to such tones. From that moment, I’ve avoided any comment, first of all, not to hurt the club, the team or the Roma fans further. “We have an important game tomorrow, as we still have a chance for Europe,” Gasperini continued.
“That’s the important thing. I’d be glad if we could only talk about the match. “I’ve had to deal with this media impact.
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