Dejan Stankovic feels ‘enormous disappointment and sadness’ at Sampdoria’s relegation and hopes they can resolve their financial problems to avoid the situation deteriorating further.
The Blucerchiati were beaten 2-0 by Udinese this evening at the Dacia Arena, mathematically sealing their relegation to Serie B.
“I feel enormous disappointment and sadness. We tried and we gave everything we had,” Stankovic told DAZN.
“I know that every fan does not want to accept this day, but we fought on the field and they were by our side always. This club deserves more, because it is beautiful inside and out.
“I hope this situation can be resolved in the best possible way.”
Sampdoria might not necessarily play in Serie B next season, because the club is on the verge of bankruptcy and owner Massimo Ferrero is still refusing to sell.
If they are declared insolvent, the Blucerchiati will have to start again from scratch in Serie D.
“I cannot say anything about the future, as it is not up to me,” added Stankovic.
“These questions are for someone else. I tried my best and it was not enough. I am very disappointed and cannot find the words for how I feel right now.”
They had started the season under Marco Giampaolo, who was sacked after scraping only two points from the opening eight rounds.
Stankovic took over on October 6 and has overseen three wins, six draws and 17 defeats in Serie A, plus one win and loss in the Coppa Italia.
Sampdoria had been in Serie A for 11 seasons in a row, but their situation had been dire from the start and fans were preparing for relegation over the last few months.