Gasperini Rejects Contract Talk as Reason for Atalanta's Recent Struggles
Source: news.source.channelnewsasia
Atalanta's manager Gian Piero Gasperini firmly dismissed any connection between his decision not to renew his contract and the team's recent poor performance, which includes three consecutive defeats. Despite the slump, Atalanta remains in contention for a Champions League spot. Gasperini highlighted past victories following his contract announcement and emphasized the team's focus on securing a top-four finish in Serie A.
Key Points
Gasperini dismissed suggestions that his contract decision affected Atalanta's performance.
Atalanta suffered three consecutive defeats, impacting their Champions League qualification chances.
Gasperini's contract runs until June 2025 with an option to extend, but he will not renew further.
Atalanta had significant wins after Gasperini's contract announcement, contradicting the slump theory.
A substitution error occurred during the match against Lazio, with Ademola Lookman being taken off instead of Ederson.
Atalanta is currently third in Serie A standings, fighting to maintain a top-four position.
