Exclusive: Genoa Appoints Patrick Vieira as New Head Coach, Replacing Alberto Gilardino

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Genoa has officially appointed Patrick Vieira as their new head coach, replacing Alberto Gilardino. The Serie A club finalized the agreement earlier this week, with Vieira set to begin his duties immediately.

The Frenchman has signed a 19-month contract that will see him remain at the helm until the summer of 2026.

Vieira, a World Cup-winning midfielder and renowned figure in global football, brings a wealth of experience both as a player and a manager. Having previously managed clubs like OGC Nice in Ligue 1 and Crystal Palace in the Premier League, he has developed a reputation for instilling discipline and tactical resilience in his teams.

The 47-year-old now faces the task of steering Genoa toward stability in Serie A, leveraging his tactical acumen and leadership skills to inspire a squad eager for change.

Here is a table summarizing the information about Patrick Vieira:

CategoryDetails
Full NamePatrick Paul Vieira
Date of Birth23 June 1976 (Age: 48)
Place of BirthDakar, Senegal
Height1.92 m (6 ft 4 in)
Position(s)Midfielder
Current TeamGenoa (Head Coach)
Youth CareerTrappes (1984–1986), Drouais (1986–1991), Tours (1991–1993)
Senior CareerCannes (1993–1995), AC Milan (1995–1996), Arsenal (1996–2005), Juventus (2005–2006), Inter Milan (2006–2010), Manchester City (2010–2011)
Total Apps (Goals)456 (45)
International CareerFrance U21 (1995–1996): 7 (0), France (1997–2009): 107 (6)
Managerial CareerManchester City EDS (2013–2015), New York City FC (2016–2018), Nice (2018–2020), Crystal Palace (2021–2023), Strasbourg (2023–2024), Genoa (2024–Present)
Major

Trophies

FIFA World Cup: Winner (1998), Runner-up (2006), UEFA European Championship: Winner (2000), FIFA Confederations Cup: Winner (2001)

Stay tuned for updates on Patrick Vieira’s journey with Genoa as the Serie A season unfolds.

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