The president of SPAL has told the Italian media he’s happy Mirco Antenucci has joined the club. The 32-year-old was being tracked by a number of other clubs after being released by Leeds United last month.
Mattioli revealed he was proud the former Leeds United star turned down chance to go to another club in order to join the Serie B new boys. Mattioli went on to say the signing of Antenucci is one of the best signings he’s made in his football career.
“I still have dreams to realise. I am proud that Antenucci has chosen us. For me it is one of the most important signings in my career,” said the SPAL president.
Yesterday it was confirmed Antenucci had signed a two-year contract with SPAL after turning down the chance to sign for other Serie B sides, and also Championship club Reading.
SPAL won Lega Pro last season, and have shown their intent to push on from this by signing a proven Serie B forward in Antenucci.
