Bologna’s CEO Claudio Fenucci has provided an update on the club’s situation during the presentation of a new partnership with Banca di Bologna. Fenucci expressed satisfaction with the team’s current performance and addressed various aspects of the club’s operations.
On the team’s recent form, Fenucci stated, “We are in line with expectations, and there will be no departures of important players in the January market. Incoming transfers? We’ll evaluate, but for now, we’re just observing.” He acknowledged that the change in manager had led to some initial difficulties, but the team is now on the right track.
“We expected that the change of coach would bring some initial difficulties,” Fenucci explained. “Italiano has always achieved results, but there have been several changes. This required time. The recent victories give us comfort, and we are on the right path. The team has put maximum effort at the coach’s disposal, and we are in line with expectations.”
Regarding the redevelopment of the Dall’Ara stadium, Fenucci highlighted the challenges: “Without government intervention on stadium renovations for the 2032 perspective, it’s difficult to complete a project that started before Covid. Today, the issue with Dall’Ara is strictly linked to finding resources.”
On the transfer market, Fenucci was cautious: “Sartori and his team are observing players, and if necessary, we’ll be prepared, but for now, we haven’t planned anything. The squad is very large, and it has served us well, as we are perhaps the team with the most traumatic injuries, and the strategy has been necessary.”
He firmly denied any potential departures of key players: “Lucumi liked by Real Madrid? There will be no important players leaving in January.”
Lastly, Fenucci addressed the contract renewals of sporting directors Giovanni Sartori and Marco Di Vaio: “We always prioritize continuity, and with Sartori and Di Vaio, the relationship is one of mutual satisfaction. We will reach the definition of contracts and communicate them.”
