What happened. Trabzonspor contacted Stefano Pioli to check on his availability as they search for a new coach. However, reports claim the Turkish club are instead close to a deal with Senol Gunes.

Trabzonspor sacked Fatih Tekke on September 1 after a 5-0 aggregate Europa League exit to Ferencvaros.
Pioli, who turns 61 next month, has been out of work since being sacked by Fiorentina in November 2025.
beIN Sports reports Trabzonspor are close to appointing Senol Gunes as their new coach.

Trabzonspor look set to choose Gunes, leaving Pioli still searching for his next role.

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