Marcelo Gallardo has been relieved of his duties as manager of Al Ittihad, the club confirmed today. The Saudi Arabian side is now in search of a new head coach, with Stefano Pioli emerging as a leading contender for the position, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Gallardo’s departure comes after a period of underwhelming performances, prompting the club to make a managerial change. The decision to sack Gallardo was made official earlier today.
Potential Successor
Al Ittihad is expected to announce their new manager soon, with Pioli, the former AC Milan boss, being a strong candidate for the role. Romano had revealed Pioli’s candidacy days ago, indicating that the club is seriously considering him for the position.
The club’s management is currently evaluating their options and will make a decision in the near future.