Atalanta have officially expressed their condolences following the death of Amerigo Sarri, the father of coach Maurizio Sarri. The elder Sarri passed away at the age of 97, prompting the tactician to depart from the club’s current pre-season training camp.
The club confirmed the news, expressing profound sadness regarding the loss. Due to his bereavement, Maurizio Sarri was absent from the latest training session, which was instead overseen by his assistant, Marco Ianni.
Amerigo Sarri was himself a notable figure in the Italian sporting community. During the post-war era, he enjoyed a career as a competitive cycling champion. Although he retired from the sport at the age of 25, he remained a significant influence in the development of cycling in Italy. Throughout his active years, he was part of an elite training group that included legendary figures such as Gino Bartali.
