Friedkin announce return of ASR crest in official statement | OneFootball

Roma president Dan Friedkin and the Friedkin ownership released an official message on their official website.

To mark the end of the 24/25 season, the following message was published on the club’s site:

“Cari tifosi della Roma,

This was a season defined by character. With pride, resilience, and unity, Roma rose to the challenge and reminded the world of what this Club stands for. We fight together!

On behalf of the Friedkin family, we want to extend our deepest gratitude to you, the fans, whose beating heart is the very soul of Roma. Your loyalty, passion, and love for the Giallorossi colors have made this a year to remember… and an ending to be proud of.

When Roma needed clarity and leadership, we made a strategic decision to turn to someone who truly embodies the values of this Club. Claudio Ranieri’s appointment was not just a response to the moment — it reflected our belief in stability, identity, and connection.

We are sincerely grateful to Claudio for answering the call with such integrity and professionalism, and for a second half of the season Roma fans everywhere can be proud of.

Roma’s momentum continues to grow with the appointment of Gian Piero Gasperini as the new head coach of AS Roma. A coach of great experience, personality, and vision. His footballing philosophy, deep-rooted culture of hard work, and ability to develop talent, aligns perfectly with the identity and ambitions of AS Roma. We believe he is the right Mister for this moment — and the right leader for what comes next.

Combined with Claudio’s sage advice – who will stay with us as a most trusted director and senior advisor to Ownership, we are confident Gasperini will spur the Club to an exciting and successful future.

We are also looking forward to celebrating the new season to come with all of you on 22 July – a day rooted in the hearts of generations of Romanisti. As we approach the Centenario, we want to reaffirm our dedication to honoring the history, traditions, and identity of Roma.

The respect that we all owe to the founding fathers is equal to respect due to the sentiment of our fans. This is why, fully aware of the historical value and significance of 7 June 1927 as the foundation of AS Roma, we have decided that 22 July will be the Club’s dedicated and special celebration day, a yearly milestone and anniversary to unite the fans and Club in pride and affection for AS Roma’s extraordinary heritage and story.

Additionally, we are also proud to announce the progressive return of the historic ASR crest, a symbol that embodies the soul of this Club. This decision, taken with deep respect for our tradition and in response to the heartfelt wishes of our supporters, is a tribute to Roma’s identity. It reflects our belief that the symbols of a Club matter, and that honoring our roots is essential to building our future.

Our family’s commitment to Roma has never been stronger. It is a commitment to excellence, to structure, to a clear identity. But above all, it is a commitment to the future of this Club — a future that includes a new stadium: a home worthy of our fans, a legacy for the next generations, and a gift from the Club to this eternal city. A majestic new colosseum, one we promise to deliver.

We are truly humbled to be guardians of AS Roma. We are honor bound, completely committed, and faithfully dedicated to the preservation of everything that makes your Club and this city the best in the world.

Together, as a team, we will continue to grow, to fight, to dream, and win.

Grazie di cuore. E sempre forza Roma.

Dan and Ryan Friedkin.”