With a remarkable 98 ATP singles titles and a number 1 ranking, Novak Djokovic has etched his position as a legendary figure in the sporting realm. Toiling behind the Serbian tennis star since his first Grand Slam triumph was his manager, Edoardo Artaldi who worked with ‘Djoker’ for 13 seasons. However, after parting ways with the 24-time singles Grand Slam champion in the previous season, Artaldi recently made a shock move.

According to the Telegraf in Serbia, the Italian agent has already found a new client on the ATP Tour after his split with the Serb in the 2023 season. Edoardo Artaldi has now joined Djokovic’s Italian opponent, Lorenzo Musetti’s team, and he will be representing him going forward. As he has established himself in the top echelons of the game, the 22-year-old player is leaving no stone unturned to ensure that he meets his potential, which includes enlisting his compatriot as his manager this season.

Coincidentally, after teaming up with the Serb’s former agent, Musetti will now mark an on-court meeting with Djokovic. In the round of 16 of the ongoing Monte Carlo Masters, the Italian player will square off against the number-one-seeded Serbian. Speaking about his split with Artaldi, the ‘Djoker’ previously issued a heartfelt statement.

“Together, we created history of tennis”- Novak Djokovic talks about his partnership with his former agent

The current number 1 player joined hands with the Italian agent and his wife, Elena Cappellaro, following his first Grand Slam title at the 2008 Australian Open. Under their management, Novak Djokovic amassed a number of accolades, becoming the most decorated ATP player with 24 major titles. But in the 2023 season, the Serb made a lot of changes to his team, including ending his 13-season-long partnership with Elena and Edoardo.

After the split, Djokovic also took to Instagram to share a heartfelt post to describe his professional relationship with the couple. He said, “Together, we created history of tennis and reached incredible heights in this sport. Your contribution to the success is vital and I thank you from the bottom of my heart. You will always remain in my heart as dearest friends and part of my family.”

What do you think of the Serbian tennis star’s former agent joining his Italian opponent’s team this season? Let us know in the comments section.

READ MORE- Monte-Carlo Masters: Is Novak Djokovic’s Rumoured Full-Time Coach Nenad Zimonjic Present at the Tournament?