The situation at Roma has reached a boiling point with reports suggesting manager Ivan Juric is on the verge of being sacked. Despite the reports, Juric is still expected to lead today’s training session. Meanwhile, a shocking incident from the team’s recent trip to Florence has come to light.
Calciomercato detail how at halftime, with Roma trailing 3-1, a heated argument erupted between defender Gianluca Mancini and Juric. The confrontation was so intense that Mancini did not return to the pitch for the second half, replaced by Baldanzi, and remained in the locker room at the Stadio Artemio Franchi along with teammate Bryan Cristante. Angeliño was also initially absent but later joined the team. Juric declined to comment on the incident in his post-match interview.
According to the report, the altercation between Mancini and Juric escalated beyond a verbal dispute, with the two engaging in a physical confrontation. The severity of the situation has prompted sporting director Ghisolfi to cancel his trip to Paris for the Ballon d’Or ceremony, where Roma players Dovbyk and Hummels were set to attend.
Juric’s tenure at Roma, which began just over a month ago, appears to be in jeopardy. The relationship between the coach and the fanbase has been strained from the start, and results on the pitch have been disappointing. The team’s only convincing victory came in the season opener against Udinese. The recent defeat in Florence has left Roma supporters disillusioned.
Upon the team’s return from Florence, a group of about 50 ultras confronted the players at Termini Station. Key players including Lorenzo Pellegrini, Mancini, Cristante, Paulo Dybala, and Leandro Paredes engaged in a face-to-face discussion with the supporters.
