Ademola Lookman will operate under a new coach at Atalanta after the Serie A club announced on Monday that they have parted ways with manager Ivan Juric following a disappointing run of results.
The decision comes less than five months after Juric was appointed to replace long-serving boss Gian Piero Gasperini. The Croatian manager departs with Atalanta languishing in 13th place in the Serie A standings, having recorded only two wins in 11 league matches.
Sunday’s 3–0 home defeat to Sassuolo proved to be the final straw for the club’s hierarchy, who acted swiftly to end Juric’s tenure amid growing pressure from fans and local media.
Juric’s spell in Bergamo was marked by inconsistency—including a run of six consecutive draws that stifled the team’s progress, followed by back-to-back losses that left Atalanta drifting in mid-table.
The coach also made headlines last week after a heated touchline exchange with Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman, who has been one of Atalanta’s brighter performers this season.
According to Italian media reports, former Monza and Fiorentina boss Raffaele Palladino is now the leading candidate to take over the managerial position. Negotiations are said to be in advanced stages, with an announcement expected before Atalanta’s next league fixture.
The change in leadership could have significant implications for Lookman, whose form and attacking freedom may be reshaped under a new tactical approach. Atalanta will hope the transition can spark an immediate improvement as they aim to revive their campaign and climb back into European contention.
