Parma Appoints Cristian Chivu to Lead Serie A Survival Battle

Parma, threatened by relegation, has appointed Cristian Chivu as their new coach. Chivu, a former Romania defender and youth coach at Inter Milan, takes charge with the team 18th in Serie A. He replaces Fabio Pecchia after a poor run of results and will debut against Bologna.

Parma, struggling at 18th place in Serie A, has turned to Cristian Chivu to steer them away from relegation. The club announced his appointment on Tuesday but withheld contract details, although reports suggest his contract extends through next season.

Chivu, a former Romania international and youth coach at Inter Milan, faces the immediate challenge of lifting the team from its disappointing form. Parma has not won a league game in the year 2025 and is currently engulfed in a string of four consecutive defeats.

Chivu's debut as Parma's head coach comes on Saturday against Bologna, offering a crucial opportunity to reverse the team's fortunes. His leadership will be pivotal in reigniting Parma's campaign and securing their place in the top flight.