Introducing Ivan Jurić: the press conference

This afternoon in Zingonia, the conference room at the Centro Bortolotti served as the venue for the official presentation of the new head coach, Ivan Jurić. "Atalanta are an outstanding Club - the Croatian manager remarked - "Even just seeing the training facilities, an impressive compound in its own right, I am filled with great enthusiasm. Meeting everyone today was a genuine pleasure, and my first impression is that I've joined a tightly-knit family. The group is united and straightforward, including the American delegation; with whom I enjoyed exchanging views on the unique quirks of American sports".

"Joining Atalanta at this point in my career is a wildcard", the coach explained, "because last season didn't pan out as hoped. This is an incredible opportunity to truly make an impact and chances like this don't come around ever so often. Oftentimes, the journey follows a different path. My three months in England were quite an ordeal results-wise, but I learned a lot along the way. As for the Champions League? I feel no fear, only curiosity and I'm looking forward to it. If I had to sum up my Atalanta in one word, it would be: winning".

Welcoming the Croatian coach were President Antonio Percassi and Co-Chairman Stephen Pagliuca. The entire Nerazzurri management team was also present, led by CEO Luca Percassi.

"First and foremost, I would like to sincerely thank you for attending in such great numbers", President Antonio Percassi began. "I also extend my gratitude to our executives for their presence. We are like one big family, and we wish to extend the warmest possible welcome to misterJurić. He was the clear choice because we want to keep building on the solid foundation Atalanta has laid over the years and because his football style, his spirit, his determination, and his enthusiasm truly embody the values of Atalanta. He is a hard worker, a quality that deeply resonates in us Bergamaschi, and I was most pleased to see him hit the ground running first thing this morning in Zingonia, getting acquainted with the training grounds, meeting the staff and already laying the groundwork for the upcoming season alongside our management. Together with Steven Pagliuca, my son Luca and the Sporting Director Tony D'Amico, I am truly delighted with the choice we have made. Best of luck, Mister, and forza Atalanta!”

Moving on to the address from Atalanta BC Co-chairman Stephen Pagliuca: "We are very pleased to welcome Ivan Jurić as the new coach for Atalanta. Our staff, led by Luca Percassi and Tony D’Amico, managed an extensive process to thoroughly evaluate a number of prominent coaches to see who would be the best fit for Atalanta's values and our attacking style of football. Ivan quickly stood out given his experience with our style of football, his will to win, his caring approach with players, his team-first mentality, his embrace and knowledge of the value of football analytics, and his reputation for doing the hard work needed to achieve superior performance on the pitch. He returns home to Serie A, where he has a great deal of experience, and with his wife, will be close to their two daughters, one who works in Milan and the other who studies in Turin as an added bonus. Our players are all looking forward to working with him to compete in the new Serie A and Champions League season. We were very proud that he had chosen to be part of the Atalanta family. Congratulations to Coach Jurić and his family, Forza Atalanta!".