In a significant shake-up at the club, Genoa FC have confirmed the appointment of Patrick Vieira, the former Arsenal captain, as their new head coach, replacing Alberto Gilardino. This announcement was made on Tuesday by Sky Sport Italia.
Although Gilardino managed to guide Genoa to Serie A, his tenure was short-lived, mainly due to an unconvincing start to the season. The team currently finds itself in a precarious position, in 17th place, with only 10 points obtained from 12 matches.
Vieira, who left Racing Club Strasbourg in July, brings with him a wealth of experience from his previous coaching roles at Crystal Palace. He now steps into the historic shoes of Genoa, Italy’s oldest Football club, founded in 1893. The appointment also marks a reunion with striker Mario Balotelli, a player Vieira knows well from having coached at Nice.
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