Marco Zaffaroni is an Italian professional football manager and former player who is the current head coach of Serie B club Hellas Verona. He is known for his attacking style of play and his ability to get the best out of his players.
Past
Zaffaroni was born in Milan, Italy, on January 20, 1969. He played as a defender for several Italian clubs, including Atalanta, Como, and Sampdoria. He also played for the Italy U-21 team.
After retiring from playing, Zaffaroni moved into management. He managed several Italian clubs, including AlbinoLeffe, Chievo, and Cosenza. He also managed the Italy U-19 team.
Present
In 2022, Zaffaroni was appointed head coach of Hellas Verona. He has led Verona to a third-place finish in Serie B so far this season, which is their highest position in the league since 2017.
Managerial Profile
Zaffaroni is an attacking-minded manager who likes his teams to play possession football. He is also known for his ability to get the best out of his players.
Zaffaroni is a relatively young manager, but he has already made a name for himself in Serie B. He is seen as a rising star in Italian football and is tipped to one day manage a top-flight club.
"Marco is a very talented manager with a clear vision for how he wants his team to play. He is a great fit for Hellas Verona and I am confident that he will be successful here." - Maurizio Setti, Hellas Verona president
