Atalanta are poised to appoint Cristiano Giuntoli as their new sporting director, according to Fabrizio Romano. The move signals a significant shift in direction for the Bergamo club as they prepare for a restructuring of their sporting operations ahead of next season. Current sporting director Tony D’Amico is expected to depart the club.
Atalanta have reportedly already reached an agreement with Giuntoli to oversee the club’s sporting area. This appointment represents a clear statement of intent from Atalanta, who are aiming to initiate a new phase in their technical project. Giuntoli brings a wealth of experience and a strong personality to the role.
Giuntoli’s recent tenure at Juventus was marked by a series of underwhelming transfer decisions and perceived financial missteps. Prior to his time in Turin, however, he built a reputation for identifying and developing talent, a skillset that aligns with Atalanta’s historical strengths. The club appears to be prioritizing the appointment of a new director before making decisions regarding the managerial position.
Meanwhile, the future of current Atalanta manager Raffaele Palladino remains uncertain. Palladino, who took over from Ivan Juric mid-season, guided the team in their pursuit of European qualification, but has yet to receive clear indications regarding his long-term future. He stated in a recent press conference that he would be keen to begin a new cycle with the club, but acknowledged he had not received any signals from the ownership.
Palladino’s contract with Atalanta is valid until 2027, but discussions over a potential renewal have reportedly stalled in recent weeks. The incoming sporting director will play a key role in shaping the future technical direction of Atalanta and will likely be instrumental in determining Palladino’s fate. The club’s immediate priority is finalizing the directorship before addressing other strategic decisions, including the managerial position.
