PARMA, Italy — In a crucial move to avoid relegation, Parma appointed Cristian Chivu as their new head coach on Tuesday. The team currently sits at the bottom of the Serie A standings, positioned 18th among the 20 clubs in the league.

The club made an official announcement regarding Chivu’s hiring, though specifics about the contract were not disclosed. However, reports indicate that his agreement is set to last until the conclusion of the next season.

Chivu, previously a youth coach at Inter Milan, is ready to take on this challenge and will lead Parma for the first time during their upcoming match against Bologna on Saturday. The team is in need of a turnaround after suffering four consecutive losses, which ultimately led to the dismissal of former coach Fabio Pecchia earlier this week. Additionally, Parma has not managed to achieve any victories in the league throughout 2025.

The upcoming match against Bologna holds great significance for Chivu and the players, as they seek to break their losing streak and gain momentum in the battle against relegation.