Fiorentina is on the lookout for a new head coach for the 2026-27 season, with Thiago Motta emerging as a potential candidate. Currently, the club is under the guidance of Paolo Vanoli, who has successfully steered them away from the relegation zone, now sitting eight points clear of the bottom three in Serie A. Despite this improvement, it is widely believed that Vanoli will not be retained for the next season as Fiorentina aims for more ambitious goals. The club's director, Fabio Paratici, has also mentioned other candidates, including Maurizio Sarri, who has had a turbulent relationship with Lazio, and Fabrizio Grosso, the current coach of Sassuolo, who is viewed as the favorite for the position. Thiago Motta, who took a break from management after being dismissed by Juventus in March 2025, previously enjoyed success with Bologna, leading them to Champions League qualification. His experience, along with his previous roles at Genoa and Spezia, makes him a notable option for Fiorentina.