Cremonese: imminent decisions on coach and sporting director

"I hope that choices will be made this week regarding the roles of coach and sports director. These are the first two issues to be resolved so that we can plan the new season." Words from Cremonese's general manager, Paolo Armenia. Here we are. From today, every day could be a good one to outline the future of Giovanni Stroppa on the Cremonese bench and Simone Giacchetta behind the desk. As for the coach from Mulazzano, author of the great promotion to Serie A, the chances of him staying are constantly decreasing. And the phrase from DG Armenia only increases the feeling: "There are reflections underway". In the event of a farewell with Stroppa as the new coach, Alberto Gilardino is always in pole position (but also courted by Cagliari and Fiorentina). Then Davide Nicola who is looking for a new adventure in Serie A after the separation with the Sardinians. But a "mister x" with a name that has never been mentioned so far is not excluded. Meanwhile, Stroppa has numerous suitors, from Venezia to Modena and lastly Spezia, in what would be a sensational agreement with the club just beaten in the play-off final.

As for Cremonese, however, the choice of coach is necessary quickly, so that we can begin to think better about how to strengthen the squad. "The difference between this Cremonese and the one with which we gained promotion in the 2021-2022 season is the fact that we can boast several young players in the squad. We will certainly have to make targeted investments and perhaps experience, but this time we start from a very good base. We will try to learn from the mistakes of the past and build a team that allows us to fight until the end", explained Armenia. At this moment, also considering the returns from loans, the Lombardy team has a squad of 30 players: it will be necessary to reduce the number, but at the same time intervene where necessary.

Alessandro Stella