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The former Parma striker and Italy World Cup winner is set to return to the Tardini as coach.
Parma have made direct contact with Alberto Gilardino as they hunt for Carlos Cuesta's replacement.
Parma have split with Carlos Cuesta during the international break, just days after a league win.
A stray boot caused a wrist fracture during Parma's win over Genoa, and the defender has now gone under the knife.
Pontus Almqvist came off the bench to give Parma a potentially huge victory in the relegation dogfight.
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The Guardian · 3 Oct 2026