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Van Bommel as the new Parma coach? Coaching duo under pressure!
Mark van Bommel could become the new coach of Parma Calcio. Talks are already underway as the club replaces Cristian Chivu.
Van Bommel as the new Parma coach? Coaching duo under pressure!
What is brewing in Italy? Mark van Bommel, the former captain of FC Bayern Munich, is in the starting blocks for a possible new head coach position at Parma Calcio. The 48-year-old Dutchman, who is currently without a club, has already made initial contacts with those responsible at the Italian club. Parma are urgently looking for a new coach after Cristian Chivu, who led the team from relegation back to Serie A, moved to Champions League finalists Inter Milan.
Van Bommel is anything but an unknown in the football world. From 2006 to 2011 he achieved some of his greatest successes at FC Bayern before moving to AC Milan. He has already gained some experience in his coaching career, including a championship title with FC Royal Antwerp. Although he only stayed briefly on his return to the Bundesliga for VfL Wolfsburg - he was released after nine match days in autumn 2021 - he still has a lot of specialist knowledge up his sleeve.
Alternatives for Parma Calcio
The position at Parma is highly sought after. In addition to van Bommel, Alberto Gilardino and Daniele De Rossi are also on the list of possible coaches. These two former internationals also have their experience in Italian leagues and their names have been floating around in rumors for some time. The club's management aims to bring a breath of fresh air into the team with a new coach and ensure a successful return to Serie A.
Van Bommel is optimistic and could fit well into Parma's concept, especially given his experience in various leagues and his success with Antwerp. Talks with the club seem promising and it remains to be seen whether he can take the opportunity to prove himself on Italian football.
The way to Italy
During his coaching career so far, van Bommel has tested his skills in both the Belgian and German leagues. He has a solid record with 107 competitive games for Royal Antwerp from 2022 to 2024. He has been out of work since the end of his time at Wolfsburg, which makes the chances of getting the new position at Parma even more interesting.
The discussions about his possible signing will certainly continue to gain momentum. What will the next few days bring? If the negotiations between van Bommel and Parma are fruitful, the Dutchman could soon return to the dugout - and in the heart of Serie A!