Sarri returns as Lazio coach, Adnkronos reports
Maurizio Sarri has returned to Lazio as head coach a year after he resigned from the position, Italian news agency Adnkronos reported on Monday quoting the Serie A club's sporting director Angelo Fabiani.
Former Chelsea and Juventus manager Sarri has re-joined Lazio on a two-year contract with an option for a third season, the report said.
Lazio did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Sarri resigned as Lazio coach in March 2024, almost three years into his tenure. They finished seventh in the Italian league in 2023-24, having finished second the previous season.
Lazio finished seventh again this season under Marco Baroni. REUTERS
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