Lazio confirmed the departure of Maurizio Sarri by mutual consent, ending his second spell just twelve months after returning. The 67‑year‑old led the club to a ninth‑place Serie A finish and a 2‑0 loss to Inter Milan in the Coppa Italia final. The club’s statement thanked him as “Commander” and noted the coaching staff also left.

During his first tenure from 2021 to 2024, Sarri guided Lazio to a second‑place league finish in 2022‑23, the club’s best result since the 1999‑2000 title. However, a string of poor results this season, including five defeats in six games across all competitions, eroded confidence and paved the way for his exit.

Italian media link Sarri with the vacant Atalanta job, where Raffaele Palladino is expected to depart. Lazio’s board reportedly favors former Italy manager Gennaro Gattuso as his replacement. The split leaves the capital club to regroup for next season, while Sarri’s next move could reshape the Bergamo side’s tactical outlook.

Finishing ninth means Lazio missed European qualification, intensifying pressure on the hierarchy to appoint a manager capable of restoring the club’s competitive edge. Fans will demand a swift appointment, and the new coach must improve consistency to challenge the likes of Juventus and Milan. The club’s next steps will be closely scrutinised.