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Latest news on Ivan Juric, Croatian football manager and former player, now managing Southampton FC in the Premier League after spells with Roma and Torino.
Ivan Jurić, appointed as Southampton manager on 21 December 2024, brings extensive experience from Italian football to the Premier League. The 49-year-old Croatian has managed several high-profile clubs, including Roma, Torino, and Hellas Verona, and earned recognition for his tactical approach and ability to develop teams with limited resources.
After a challenging spell at Roma that ended in November 2024, Jurić has taken on the task of managing Southampton, with his Premier League debut resulting in a 1-0 home defeat to West Ham United on Boxing Day. His appointment marks a significant shift in his career, moving from Serie A to English football for the first time.
Known for his passion for heavy metal music, particularly death metal, Jurić brings an intense and distinctive personality to English football. His musical taste, including favourites like Napalm Death and Metallica, reflects his energetic approach to management, where he often demands high-pressing, aggressive football from his teams.
Before his managerial career, Jurić enjoyed a successful playing career as a midfielder, starting at Hajduk Split in Croatia before spells with Sevilla in Spain and several Italian clubs, including Genoa, where he later began his coaching journey. His transition from player to coach saw him work alongside mentor Gian Piero Gasperini, developing the tactical understanding that would define his managerial style.
Our ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ feed provides comprehensive coverage of Jurić's journey at Southampton, including match reports, press conferences, and analysis of his tactical decisions. Stay informed about his impact on English football and Southampton's performance under his leadership, with updates from reliable sources across both British and international media.