Fiorentina coach Enzo Vanoli was the subject of criticism from defender Lorenzo Stovini, who expressed his disappointment on Radio FirenzeViola ahead of the match against Atalanta. Stovini underlined how the change of coach has left the team in a state of uncertainty, highlighting the lack of a real identity on the pitch. According to the player, the situation is "serious" because we are already in November and the team has not yet found a solid base.
The defender recalled the last match at home against Inter, defining it as a match in which "we were hit with balls" and the equalizing goal "doesn't exist in that way". According to Stovini, the coach should analyze the performance, because "a match like this must be brought home". The player still doesn't see a team identity, an element he believes is fundamental to recovering the rankings.
Regarding the next match against Atalanta, Stovini stated that Vanoli has not yet defined a starting lineup. “There are the starters and the reserves,” he added, underlining that it is necessary to give “identity” and “try to play the game”. The defender reiterated the importance of getting out of the "bottom" of the rankings, highlighting that the team is no longer in that comfort zone. “The ranking speaks clearly and this team is not from those areas,” he said, calling for greater internal clarity between players and the club.
Stovini also criticized the "chatter" and "controversy" circulating around the team, claiming that they are not good. He asked to "set some boundaries" and to better understand the internal dynamics. The objective, according to the defender, is to pedal and get out of the current situation, with the aim of bringing Fiorentina back on a path of growth and stability.
The next match against Atalanta represents a crucial opportunity for Fiorentina. If the team manages to define a coherent formation and show a playing identity, it will finally be able to get out of the difficulty zone. Fiorentina's future will depend on Vanoli's ability to resolve internal issues and lead the team towards more positive results.