Giannini suggests Totti could replace Ranieri; questions readiness of Vaz for Roma
Opinion·30 April 2026·1h ago

Giannini suggests Totti could replace Ranieri; questions readiness of Vaz for Roma

Source: Forza Roma

Roma legend Giuseppe Giannini has commented on the club's managerial changes and transfer strategy in an interview with Il Tempo. Giannini acknowledged that Roma has had some misfortune this season, stating: "It is ugly to talk about bad luck, but Roma has been slightly unlucky. The match against Juventus somewhat overturned the season." He defended the Friedkin Group's decision to appoint Gasperini and move away from Ranieri, noting that ownership naturally focuses on results and identified Gasperini as the key figure requiring freedom to operate.

When asked who could replace Ranieri in an advisory or directorial capacity, Giannini spoke positively about Francesco Totti as a candidate, emphasizing his passion and attachment to the club. He said: "For love, for passion, for attachment, one would dream of a character who has already done great things as a player and who can contribute also as a director." However, Giannini expressed caution about publicly naming Totti, concerned that such speculation might damage his candidacy.

Giannini also evaluated the work of director Massara, describing him as a serious professional with international football knowledge, though he noted that Massara operates quietly behind the scenes. Regarding recent signings, Giannini questioned the acquisition of Vaz for approximately 22 million euros, describing him as an interesting prospect but "not yet ready for a club like Roma," and acknowledged uncertainty about the reasoning behind the transfer.

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Giannini: “Totti potrebbe sostituire Ranieri. Vaz non è pronto per Roma” - Forzaroma.info Forzaroma.infoI migliori video scelti dal nostro canaleforzaroma rassegna stampa il tempo Giannini: “Totti potrebbe sostituire Ranieri. Vaz non è pronto per Roma”rassegna stampaGiannini: “Totti potrebbe sostituire Ranieri. Vaz non è pronto per Roma”Giannini: “Totti potrebbe sostituire Ranieri. Vaz non è pronto per Roma”Le sue parole: "È brutto parlare di sfortuna, ma la Roma è stata leggermente sfortunata. La partita con la Juve ha un po' capovolto l'annata" Redazione 30 aprile - 08:22 Giuseppe Giannini ha rilasciato un'intervista a Il Tempo. L'ex capitano della Roma ha parlato della corsa Champions e dello scontro tra Gasperini e Ranieri. Di seguito le sue parole:Crede ancora alla Champions? "È obbligatorio crederci, anche se non è facile. È brutto parlare di sfortuna, ma la Roma è stata leggermente sfortunata. La partita con la Juve ha un po' capovolto l'annata".I Friedkin hanno puntato su Gasperini e cacciato Ranieri. E la scelta giusta? "È normale che la proprietà guardi un po' più al sodo. L'uomo più importante era Gasperini, l'allenatore che deve ancora concludere un campionato, e chiaramente hanno lasciato spazio e libertà d'azione a lui. Hanno tolto Ranieri che era leggermente più debole, pur avendo fatto grandi cose nella Roma. Oltretutto, ci sono state dichiarazioni che hanno sorpreso tutti perché Ranieri è una persona che ha sempre dimostrato grande controllo".Chi vedrebbe bene al posto di Ranieri? “Per amore, per passione, per attaccamento, uno sognerebbe un personaggio che ha già fatto grandi cose da giocatore e che può contribuire anche da dirigente”.Immagino si riferisca a Totti... "Francesco potrebbe essere una figura adatta, ha sempre esternato il desiderio di tornare e di essere considerato. Però non voglio metterlo in difficoltà, perché quando esce un nome, difficilmente poi viene considerato o comunque viene bruciato".A proposito di dirigenti, come valuta il lavoro di Massara? "È un professionista serio, che conosce il calcio internazionale. È chiaro che nella Roma c'è bisogno anche di sbilanciarsi. Forse, sotto questo punto di vista, Massara è tütt'altro, è una figura che lavora a fari spenti, non gli piace apparire. Fatico ad esprimere un giudizio perché non so come sono arrivati alcuni giocatori. Faccio un esempio, Vaz a 22 milioni. Un ragazzo interessante, di prospettiva, ma non ancora pronto per una piazza come Roma. Non sapendo perché è stato preso, non posso giudicare". Leggi anche Roma, Dovbyk verso il rientro: nel week end la visita in Finlandia Ndicka, la cessione ti fa ricco: ecco la maxi-percentuale sull’incasso della Roma © RIPRODUZIONE RISERVATA

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