GOAL reported that Maurizio Sarri was under pressure after a very disappointing start in charge of Atalanta. The outlet said Stefano Pioli and Igor Tudor were emerging as possible alternatives.
Results in Serie A
Atalanta had four defeats in their last five Serie A matches. They had partly fortunate wins against Sassuolo and Bologna, then lost to Roma, Cagliari, Juventus and in Milan.
Club plans and Sarri's position
GOAL reported that Atalanta want to change their tactical philosophy and long-term strategy. GOAL also reported that the club want to give Sarri sufficient time to build his own footballing project.
Players and outside reaction
GOAL reported that some players struggled with Sarri's training sessions. GOAL reported that early protests from fans and local critics suggested Sarri's position was no longer as secure as it was at the start of the project.
Alternative options
GOAL reported that Pioli and Tudor were emerging as possible alternatives in Bergamo. GOAL reported that Thiago Motta's obstacle was the former Juventus executive, because he pushed hard to bring Motta to Turin, only to sack him later, and their relationship has since deteriorated.