Cosenza Calcio finds itself in a peculiar state of suspended animation. The dust has settled, somewhat, on their unexpected relegation to Serie C, yet the air in Calabria remains thick with uncertainty. While many clubs might be bustling with early transfer market activity, Cosenza seems to be playing a high-stakes game of managerial musical chairs. The vacant manager’s bench is certainly a topic of heated debate among the faithful, but a more subtle, yet equally critical, void exists: the throne of the Sporting Director.
For weeks, it felt like a classic Serie B playoff scenario, a head-to-head battle for this pivotal role. Domenico Roma, fresh from his stint at Messina, and Fabio Massimo Conti, recently departing SPAL, were the perceived frontrunners, their profiles meticulously dissected by pundits and fans alike. One could almost hear the pre-match analysis predicting a photo finish. Then, without much fanfare, a curveball: a third contender, a dark horse, has not just entered the race but seemingly galloped past the others with a quiet confidence that almost borders on stealth.
Enter Stefano Capozucca. This isn`t some fresh-faced newcomer hoping to make a name for himself; Capozucca is practically an institution in Italian football, a seasoned veteran who`s seen it all – promotions, relegations, the occasional boardroom drama, and probably a few more grey hairs than he started with. President Guarascio has reportedly held discussions, and suddenly, the “immarcescibile” (unfading or imperishable, if you prefer the dramatic flair) Capozucca is topping the internal polls. It’s less a shocking upset and more a quiet, experienced hand taking the wheel, perhaps a nod to the adage that sometimes, the old ways are the best ways, especially when navigating troubled waters.
Of course, in football, nothing is truly official until the ink is dry on the contract and the press conference confetti has settled. Yet, the expectation is palpable: an announcement, a definitive decision, is slated for this week, regardless of who is eventually chosen. The choice of Sporting Director is not merely an administrative appointment; it`s the architect of the club`s future, the one who will lay the foundations for the 2025-26 season, from squad building to strategic vision. And so, the Cosenza faithful, usually vocal and passionate, find themselves in an uncharacteristic silence, holding their breath. They wait, not just for a name, but for a sign – a glimmer of hope that the Calabrian ship, currently adrift in Serie C waters, is finally getting a steady hand at the helm.
