Pierobon's drama He is fighting a serious illness

Cittadella was saved for the umpteenth time, this time reaching the goal on the last day. For many years, the Granata goalkeeper trainer has been Andrea Pierobon (in the photo), who for several months has been fighting a much more important battle than the one to avoid relegation. The former Spal goalkeeper - protagonist in the blue and white from 1997 to 2005 - is in fact dealing with a serious haematological disease which has not prevented him from remaining close to Gorini's team until the end of the championship. However, 'Piero' was not present at the end of the season party, but he sent a touching letter - of which we report some passages - to his Cittadella. "I'm sorry not to be with you this evening – he writes –. As you know, I'm in Milan for treatment. I was supposed to be here already on Friday, but I absolutely couldn't miss the match. These 10 months have been the most challenging and toughest of my career and of my life. I realize that I am lucky to have people like you close to me. You have always supported me and encouraged me not to give up, even in difficult times. Now it's my turn! everyone and I love you."