Sunday's match between Fiorentina and Atalanta, scheduled for the ninth matchday of Serie A, has aroused curiosity due to the numerous connections between the two teams. In particular, Atalanta has had several players and figures who, in the past or in the future, have approached Fiorentina.
Among the managers, Cristiano Giuntoli, former president of Atalanta, was at the center of transfer speculation to Fiorentina. According to sources, Giuntoli could have taken the place of Paratici, who currently occupies the presidency of Viola. Coach Maurizio Sarri, chosen by Giuntoli for Atalanta, has also been the subject of interest from Fiorentina. Sarri, who had left Lazio, had been the subject of requests from the Goddess, but in the end he opted for a new project with Atalanta, choosing Marco Grosso instead of Gianluca Vanoli.
As for the players, Atalanta had several names that came close to Fiorentina. Nikola Krstović, before moving to Lecce, was at the center of negotiations with the Dea. Davide Zappacosta, who signed with Fiorentina, has also been the subject of interest from Atalanta. Raoul Bellanova, before moving to Bergamo, was also mentioned as a possible purchase for Viola.
In summary, the match between Fiorentina and Atalanta is not just a comparison of teams, but also an opportunity to reflect on the links between the two realities. With the season still ongoing, transfer speculation and potential player choices will continue to be a topic of great interest to fans and the media.