Marco Baroni and Lazio are set to say goodbye: there are specific reasons behind a choice that would be a bit of a surprise given the results of the biancocelesti
Lazio, Baroni va via: il motivo dietro la rottura (Foto: Ansa) – serieanews.com
It is news that comes at a peculiar time, and one that no one would have imagined just a few weeks ago: Marco Baroni and Lazio are set to part ways at the end of the season.
A surprising ending, considering the team’s excellent run in both the league and Europe. Yet, behind the appearances of a season that will still remain positive, lies a difference in views that has made it complicated to imagine a future still together.
The heavy defeat against Bologna, painful as it was, had nothing to do with it. This year’s Lazio exceeded expectations: long fourth in the standings, in the midst of the race for a Champions League spot, and qualified for the Europa League quarterfinals moreover after winning their group. A performance that, on the eve of the game, no one would have predicted.
That is why, until recently, it seemed a foregone conclusion that the marriage between Baroni and Lazio could go on without a jolt. Instead, no. Something has cracked, but we are not talking about traumatic ruptures or resounding tears. Rather of a relationship that, over time, has shown some physiological cracks. Different views on the technical project and strategic choices, which over the months have led to estrangement.
The one between Baroni and Lazio will be a peaceful separation, matured after a year full of satisfaction. Not a traumatic farewell, but the natural conclusion of a path that has given so much to both parties.
Baroni-Lazio, i motivi dietro la rottura: c’entra il mercato di gennaio
As we said, the main node was the January market. Baroni expected grafts that could guarantee experience and immediate impact, in order to better face the second half of the season. Instead, the club preferred to invest in young and prospective profiles, such as Belahyane and Provstgaard, in the belief of building a solid future without distorting the club’s philosophy.
Baroni-Lazio, i motivi dietro la rottura: c’entra il mercato di gennaio (AnsaFoto) – serieanews.com
From there a basic disagreement arose: no quarrel, just two different ways of seeing things.
One of the triggers was the failure to acquire Fazzini, the technician’s protégé and long a priority target, although then not materialized, greatly disappointed Baroni, who from there began to show dissatisfaction with the market. It was not the trigger for tensions, but it certainly contributed to increasing that feeling of distance between the parties.
Even the Casadei episode, who later ended up at Torino and immediately starred, left a bitter aftertaste, although he was definitely not at the top of the coach’s list, who preferred the Empoli talent. From the club there is great respect for Baroni’s work, but also an awareness that at certain times total harmony is needed to continue. And if this harmony fails, it is natural to sit back and reflect on the future.
At the moment, there is no certainty about the name of Lazio’s next coach: it is a decision that will be made calmly, at the end of a championship that, come what may, will remain a benchmark for the club’s growth.
Baroni, for his part, leaves an important mark. He has shown that he can lead an ambitious team, handling pressure and expectations with poise. At 60 years old, he has taken the limelight he deserved, and now he can look forward with confidence: there will be no shortage of new opportunities for him, perhaps still in Serie A or in an international project.
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