BREAKING: Fiorentina president dies at 76
ACF Fiorentina president, Rocco Commisso, has died at the age of 76 after a prolonged period of medical treatment, the Italian club announced in the early hours of Saturday.
According to a statement published on its website, Fiorentina confirmed Commisso’s passing, describing it as a painful loss for his family, the club and the wider football community.
The statement read, “After a prolonged period of medical treatment, our beloved President has left us, and today we all mourn his passing.
“For his family, he was an example and a guiding light, a loyal and faithful man who, alongside his wife Catherine, reached the milestone of 50 years of marriage, and who was a strict yet loving father to his children, just as his character was: gentle and determined.”
The club noted that he and his wife were married for 50 years, describing him as a devoted family man and a guiding figure to those around him.
The club sad the American-Italian businessman took over Fiorentina seven years ago, during which time he became closely identified with the club, its supporters and the city of Florence.
t said under his leadership, Fiorentina reached two UEFA Conference League finals and one Coppa Italia final.
Football, the club said, was one of Commisso’s greatest passions, and Fiorentina became central to his life following his takeover of the Viola. He was known for his close relationship with supporters and his personal approach, often insisting on being called simply “Rocco.”, the statement read.
