2:39 PM ET – Federal Prosecutor Could Investigate D’Amico-Percassi Incident
According to Corriere dello Sport, the confrontation reportedly occurred outside the Stadio Olimpico in the area reserved for departing club delegations. Atalanta CEO Luca Percassi is said to have approached his former colleague, Roma sporting director Tony D’Amico, leading to a heated face-to-face exchange.
Accounts of the incident differ, however: one version describes a particularly intense argument in which strong words were directed primarily at D’Amico, while Percassi reportedly characterized it as merely a heated discussion.
The incident has been referred to the Federal Prosecutor’s Office, which could begin interviewing the two directors, witnesses and the stewards who intervened to restore order. La Gazzetta dello Sport also reports that Federal Prosecutor Giuseppe Chiné may evaluate the case and open a formal investigation.
Atalanta respond to Roma’s statement over Percassi-D’Amico incident
Atalanta have officially responded to Roma’s statement regarding the reported incident involving Luca Percassi and Tony D’Amico.
The Bergamo club rejected Roma’s assessment of its chief executive’s conduct but expressed its willingness to cooperate with the sporting justice authorities: “Atalanta BC firmly rejects the assessments expressed by AS Roma regarding its Chief Executive Officer, Luca Percassi. The club considers it appropriate not to further fuel the matter through public statements and declares itself fully available, with immediate effect, to participate in any necessary discussions with the sporting justice authorities in order to establish the circumstances referenced.”
9:10 AM ET – Roma issue official statement supporting Tony D’Amico
Roma have officially responded to the incident that reportedly occurred following their victory over Atalanta, expressing their full support for sporting director Tony D’Amico.
In a statement, the Giallorossi described Atalanta CEO Luca Percassi’s alleged behavior toward D’Amico as “unacceptable.” Roma also emphasized the restraint shown by their sporting director, who avoided responding during the confrontation.
The club confirmed that the incident will now be referred to the appropriate sporting justice authorities for further evaluation.
Roma’s complete statement reads:
“AS Roma expresses its full support for Sporting Director Tony D’Amico regarding what occurred following the match against Atalanta. The club considers the behavior of Atalanta Chief Executive Officer Luca Percassi toward one of its directors unacceptable and emphasizes the proper conduct demonstrated by D’Amico, who avoided any reaction. AS Roma will refer the incident to the appropriate sporting justice authorities for the necessary assessment.”
Source: Official AS Roma website
Atalanta chief executive Luca Percassi reportedly confronted Roma sporting director Tony D’Amico outside the Statico following the Giallorossi’s dramatic 2-Atalanta.
Tension reportedly erupted outside the Sttico following Roma’s dramatic2-1 victory over over Atalanta.
According to ForzaRoma.info, Atalanta chief executive Luca Percassi verbally confronted Roma sporting director Tony D’Amico as the two executives left the stadium.
Security reportedly intervenes
The heated confrontation allegedly continued until security personnel intervened and separated the two men.
D’Amico reportedly chose not to respond to Percassi during the incident. The precise reason behind the confrontation has not yet been disclosed, and neither club has released an official statement regarding what happened.
Roma are understood to have immediately supported their sporting director and are reportedly prepared to defend him through the appropriate channels if necessary.
D’Amico faced his former club
The incident came after an emotionally charged match against D’Amico’s former club. The Roma sporting director previously spent four years with Atalanta before joining the Giallorossi during the summer.
D’Amico recently discussed his relationship with the Bergamo club during his first press conference as Roma sporting director, describing his spell there as a positive period filled with satisfaction.
On the pitch, Roma overturned Éderson’s opening goal through two dramatic late strikes from Mario Hermoso and Matías Soulé, preserving their perfect start to the Serie A season.
Further clarification from Roma, Atalanta or the individuals involved may establish exactly what led to the reported confrontation.
Source: ForzaRoma.info
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