The next election for the presidency of the FIGC will be held on 14 December, in which the current commissioner GiovanniMalagò and the former manager AdrianoGalliani will compete. Three SerieA clubs – Cagliari, Sassuolo and Venezia – have published a joint statement in which they declare that they have not yet expressed support for either of the two candidacies, but that they want to delve deeper into the programs proposed by both contenders before deciding.
In the message, the three clubs underline the importance of an open discussion on plans for the future of Italian football. “We have not yet indicated our preference and we intend to investigate the proposals of Galliani and Malagò”, read the clubs. “We believe it is essential to know the priorities, reforms and methods of implementation of each candidate,” they add, highlighting the reputation and experience of both figures.
The statement reiterates the clubs' availability for a constructive dialogue with the two candidacies, to ensure that the decisions taken are in the interests of the entire Italian football movement. “In this spirit, we are ready to confront both candidates”, declare the representatives of Cagliari, Sassuolo and Venice.
The final decision of the three clubs will have to be taken by the voting date, but the choice to wait for a more in-depth discussion reflects the desire to guarantee an informed and responsible choice. The election of the FIGC president will have significant repercussions on the Italian football landscape, from youth level to professional competitions, and the clubs involved intend to contribute with a clear and shared vision of the future of national football.