Roma Adviser Ranieri and Coach Gasperini Disagree on Transfers

Claudio Ranieri, who serves as a special adviser to AS Roma's American owners, and head coach Gian Piero Gasperini have expressed differing views on the club's transfer activities this season. The disagreement emerged after Ranieri commented on his role in selecting Gasperini as coach and the squad's composition.

Gasperini has indicated dissatisfaction with some signings, citing challenges in improving the team's attacking options.

Last June, Ranieri and Gasperini appeared together publicly, aligned in their goal to strengthen Roma as a Serie A contender. Ranieri stepped down as Roma's coach after the previous season, when the team finished one point short of Champions League qualification. He then took on the adviser role and participated in choosing Gasperini as his successor.

Selection and Expectations Ranieri

stated last week that the club considered several coaches before selecting Gasperini, based on his prior work developing young players at Atalanta.

He noted that Roma provided Gasperini with a squad featuring many young talents, which had nearly qualified for the Champions League the previous year. Ranieri expressed willingness to continue in his advisory role or step aside, affirming his attachment to the club.

Gasperini, responding after Roma's 3-0 win over Pisa last Friday, said the only offseason signing he specifically requested was Brazilian full-back Wesley.

He highlighted disappointment with other transfers, except for Donyell Malen, who joined from Aston Villa in January and has scored 10 goals in 12 Serie A matches. Gasperini attributed the team's goal-scoring struggles to unmet requests for reinforcements in attack.

Current Standing and Upcoming Match Roma

is currently in sixth place in Serie A, one position ahead of Atalanta, Gasperini's former team.

The club has missed Champions League qualification for six straight years and risks extending that streak to seven. Roma is set to host Atalanta on Saturday, with Gasperini stating he left a strong squad at his previous club and recognizes their capabilities.