Lazio confirmed on Friday that head coach Maurizio Sarri has left the club after one season in charge. The 67‑year‑old, who previously guided the side from 2021‑2024, returned last summer for a spell. His tenure produced 12 wins from 34 league matches, a return rate that fell short of expectations. The departure follows a disappointing campaign that saw the Biancocelesti finish ninth place in Serie A.

Lazio’s season ended with a 2-0 Coppa Italia final loss to Inter Milan, a defeat that amplified criticism of Sarri’s tactical approach and squad rotation. The club’s statement thanked the coach, referring to him as “Commander,” and noted that the entire coaching staff also exited. Fans and pundits alike questioned whether the team’s recruitment strategy matched Sarri’s philosophy.

The split forces Lazio to appoint a new manager before the summer transfer window shuts, likely someone who can impose defensive organization. Missing out on European qualification adds urgency to the rebuild. Sarri exits with a mixed record: a former Chelsea boss who guided the club to a ninth‑place finish but could not deliver silverware in his second spell.