Fiorentina’s 2025/26 season is in serious danger of becoming one of the club’s most difficult ever. Not because of any sporting feats or memorable achievements, but because of a series of negative records that have plagued the team since the opening matchdays. A disastrous start, a worrying league position, and a climate of constant tension have transformed what was supposed to be a season of consolidation into a journey full of uncertainties. (Instagram)

The Numbers

The numbers tell a grim story. After the first 15 league games, Fiorentina has yet to win and has recorded its lowest average rating in recent Serie A history: 6.68. This figure perfectly captures the current state of the team, consistently below par and incapable of consistent performances.

A comparison with last season makes the picture even clearer: average performance has plummeted, transforming a solid and competitive team into a fragile, insecure, and ineffective team in both phases of play. (Instagram)

The Collapse of Technical Leaders

One of the most worrying aspects is the simultaneous decline in key players. Individual data confirms that the problem isn’t limited to isolated cases, but rather the entire technical structure of the team.

David De Gea, a key player in 2024/25 with an average rating of 7.50, has dropped to 6.70. Although he continues to be among the league’s busiest goalkeepers in terms of saves, he suffers from a disorganized defensive phase that constantly exposes him to emergency situations.

Dodô has also suffered a noticeable decline: from 7.14 to 6.75. His offensive contribution has diminished, and at the same time, the team is struggling to protect him when not in possession, reducing his overall effectiveness.

On the opposite flank, Robin Gosens has dropped from 7.16 to 6.73. Less incisive in his runs and less consistent throughout the ninety minutes, a sign of a team struggling to exploit the flanks as in the past.

Up front, the most emblematic statistic is that of Moise Kean. After a season averaging 7.21 points and 9 goals, the striker has dropped to 6.53, with a drastically reduced offensive contribution. Difficulties in creating clear-cut chances and a lack of consistent support have severely impacted his performance.

Albert Guðmundsson’s performance is similar, going from 7.03 to 6.58. Less involved in the game and less decisive in the final thirty meters, he struggles to find consistency in a team that rarely manages to put its talents in the ideal conditions to express themselves.

Losing a Playing Identity

The causes of this crisis are multiple and intertwined. On a technical and tactical level, Fiorentina has never managed to build a clear identity. The defense appears disorganized, the midfield often loses control of the pace of the game, and the attack struggles to capitalize on created opportunities.

The consistently low ratings, even in less negative matches, reveal a team that almost never achieves a collective pass mark, relying on isolated incidents rather than a solid system.

Bench and Instability

The management of the bench has had a significant impact. Changes in coaching, combined with growing pressure from the outside world, have undermined the team’s serenity. The club’s decision to withdraw is the clearest sign of a situation spiraling out of control: an extreme decision that confirms the emergency, but which has so far failed to produce a real change of direction.

Transfer Market and Lack of Leadership

The transfer market also bears its share of responsibility. The squad, competitive on paper, has proven unbalanced and lacking true leaders capable of leading the team through difficult times. The simultaneous decline of key players is evidence of a lack of clear reference points within the group.

Europe and the league: two opposing sides

The paradox of Fiorentina’s season remains their performance in European competitions. In the Conference League, Fiorentina has at times shown a different side: greater intensity, more focus, and a decent ability to react. In the league, however, the weight of the standings and the lack of positive results amplify every mistake, highlighting a mental issue above all.

The worst in recent history

Results and ratings reveal a truth that’s hard to ignore: this is one of Fiorentina’s worst seasons in terms of average performance. A team that rarely exceeds a 6.5 average per game and continues to rewrite negative records, day after day.

To prevent the season from definitively turning into a failure, Fiorentina must make immediate decisions. The first concerns the coaching staff: confirm the coach with full confidence and a clear plan, or make an immediate change, avoiding temporary solutions that only risk prolonging the problems. The second concerns the squad: a clear assessment is needed, focusing on balance, personality, and consistency. Regaining confidence is essential to transform the fear of defeat into a hunger for redemption.

The time to make amends is not over yet. But now, more than ever, decisions can no longer be postponed.