Ex-Juventus defender among Roma options to replace Massara as sporting director

TL;DR

Roma is considering former defender Medhi Benatia as a potential replacement for sporting director Ricky Massara, who is expected to leave the club at the end of the season.

Key points

Roma is expected to part ways with sporting director Ricky Massara.
Medhi Benatia is a candidate to replace Massara.
The club is siding with head coach Gian Piero Gasperini.

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Ex-Juventus defender among Roma options to replace Massara as sporting director

Former Roma and Juventus defender Medhi Benatia is reportedly among the options to replace Ricky Massara as Giallorossi sporting director according to the latest updates, but a clear first choice is already beginning to emerge.

Benatia joins list of potential Massara replacements at Roma

Roma are widely expected to part company with sporting director Massara at the end of the season. The Giallorossi have recently decided to ‘side’ with head coach Gian Piero Gasperini after a public falling out with former senior advisor Claudio Ranieri, and it is likely that Massara will also depart in the near future.

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Several names have already been linked with the vacant position at the Stadio Olimpico. Reports on Thursday indicated that Roma had approached Inter’s Piero Ausilio, but he is highly unlikely to leave San Siro immediately after winning the Serie A title.

Daniele Prade, formerly of Fiorentina, is also among the names linked with a move to Roma, as is former Napoli and Juventus man Cristiano Giuntoli and ’s Tony D’Amico.

Q&A

Who are the candidates to replace Ricky Massara as Roma's sporting director?

Former Roma and Juventus defender Medhi Benatia is among the candidates being considered to replace Ricky Massara.

Why is Ricky Massara expected to leave Roma?

Ricky Massara is expected to leave Roma due to a recent falling out with the club's management, particularly after siding with head coach Gian Piero Gasperini.

What impact will Massara's departure have on Roma's future?

Massara's departure could lead to significant changes in Roma's management and strategy, especially with a new sporting director potentially influencing player acquisitions and team direction.