Roma hire Juric to replace sacked De Rossi

AS Roma have hired Ivan Juric to replace Daniele De Rossi after the latter was sacked following their winless first four league matches of the season, the Serie A side said on Wednesday.

Juric has joined on a one-year deal, having coached Genoa, Crotone, Hellas Verona and most recently Torino.

De Rossi, who spent nearly two decades at Roma as a player, took over as head coach in January after Jose Mourinho was fired. He signed a contract extension until 2027 in June.

“Daniele De Rossi has been relieved of his duties as head coach of the first team,” Roma said in a statement.

“The club’s decision is made in the best interests of the team, to get back on the desired path as soon as possible at a time when the season is still in its early stages.”

Roma, who conceded a late equaliser to draw 1-1 at Genoa in the weekend, have three points after four matches. They host Udinese on Sunday.