Reports Genoa set to replace Gilardino with Vieira | OneFootball

Multiple outlets in Italy are reporting that Genoa have decided to sack head coach Alberto Gilardino and replace him with former Arsenal captain Patrick Vieira.

According to Sky Sport Italia and transfer expert Matteo Moretto, Genoa have decided to part company with Gilardino, although official confirmation from the club has not yet been published.

Genoa currently sit one point and one position above the Serie A relegation zone with just 10 points from their opening 12 games of the season. Venezia and Monza, in 19th and 20th place, are only two points behind the Grifone.

Reports Vieira will replace Gilardino at Genoa

Tuesday’s reports suggest that Vieira will be Gilardiono’s successor. The 2006 World Cup finalist has been on a coaching journey since he retired in 2011, beginning his journey with Manchester City’s youth teams, before progressing through New York City FC, OSG Nice, Crystal Palace and Strasbourg.

Vieira is also well acquainted with Genoa’s most high-profile player, Mario Balotelli, given the year they spent together at Manchester City in 2010-11.