ROME — Claudio Ranieri turned down Italy to stay at Roma. Gian Piero Gasperini chose the capital club over Juventus and left Atalanta after transforming the Bergamo team into a top contender in Italy and Europe. The two white-haired coaches sat side by side on the stage during Gasperini’s presentation as Roma’s new coach on Tuesday.

Claudio Ranieri rechazó a Italia para quedarse en Roma. Gian Piero Gasperini eligió al club de la capital sobre la Juventus y dejó el Atalanta

Claudio Ranieri led the presentation of Gian Piero Gasperini as new AS Roma coach today. The former Atalanta coach has succeeded Ranieri, who has moved into a management role. Ranieri admits he helped select Gasperini, while also admitting he turned down the Italy job last week.