Bologna appoint Italiano as manager to replace Motta

Bologna have appointed former Fiorentina coach Vincenzo Italiano as their manager to replace Thiago Motta, the Serie A club said on Wednesday. Italiano, who announced his resignation as Fiorentina boss on Sunday after their final game of the season, has signed a two-year contract with Bologna, replacing Motta who did not renew his contract at the end of the season.