Beppe Iachini reveals President Rocco Commisso had suggested he stay on at Fiorentina, but ‘it’s good to leave like this, as great friends.’
The coach had taken over from sacked Vincenzo Montella last term, was fired in November 2020 and brought back again in March when Cesare Prandelli walked away due to health concerns.
“I was called to overcome some difficult moments,” said Iachini in his press conference.
Beppe Iachini reveals President Rocco Commisso had suggested he stay on at Fiorentina, but ‘it’s good to leave like this, as great friends.’
The coach had taken over from sacked Vincenzo Montella last term, was fired in November 2020 and brought back again in March when Cesare Prandelli walked away due to health concerns.
“I was called to overcome some difficult moments,” said Iachini in his press conference.
“Last year we finished 10th, this time we had to split the work. I thank the President for his honesty and generosity. I returned during such a difficult moment because I didn’t want to leave the lads on their own. I tried to give my contribution and leave with my head held high, knowing I helped my Fiorentina. That makes me happy.”
Iachini never disguised his love for the Viola, representing this club as both a player and a coach, but he won’t try to extend his stay any longer.
“I retuned after five-and-a-half months to find a tough fixture list and a squad that was clearly terrified. A leader mustn’t lower his head, so I tried to set the example for everyone. I won’t deny, there was some worry…
“I had already spoken to the President after the win over Lazio. He intimated there was the possibility I could remain, but it’s only right that I have my journey and Fiorentina continue theirs.
“Fiorentina can never be just any other club for me. It’s good to leave like this, as great friends, with the joy of knowing I’ve given my all as both a player and a coach.
“I don’t know what my future holds, I am focused on the next two games and then we’ll see.”
They host Napoli on Sunday and Gennaro Gattuso needs a victory to consolidate fourth place.
“Napoli are a very dangerous team to face and Rino is doing an excellent job at Napoli. They play good football and score lots of goals. We need a great performance.”