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TO TMW Radioguest of All Cwas the sporting director of FC Arzignano Valchiampo Mattia Serafini.
The big news is the choice of coach Bruno:
“Yes, it will be quite a strange change for us, because since Italiano’s time we have always played with 4 at the back and with him there will be a three-man line. But there will be developments in the game without the ball. His is a chameleon-like game system, but I was more impressed by his playing principles rather than the module”.
How much will the three-man defense influence the market?
“There will be changes in individuals, as always. We are always ready to intervene with purchases and loans. There will be changes, not upheavals. However, we are already well underway in building the squad. What struck me about the coach? His path as a player, but he also has great leadership now as a coach. His last season he showed a proactive but balanced football in Serie D, he was immediately the most suitable profile to face the next season”.
Arzignano is taking shape. Will the midfield need to be shored up now?
“We are constantly looking for suitable profiles that are compatible with our reality, who willingly embrace our football philosophy. We will certainly have to intervene in the back line, then we will see with what characteristics but I do not exclude that there will also be some purchases in midfield. Up front, however, we are almost complete”.
What do you think of Nepi?
“He’s a player I’ve followed for years, who I respect and I think has reached the right point in his development. The pitch will then tell if we were right. Does he celebrate with a knife between his teeth? We hope to see this gesture many times. I’ve seen him play many times live, I’ve followed him since his youth sector days, he’s a player who is right for our spirit, he’s a fighter and someone who sacrifices a lot. And we hope he gets important numbers that will help us reach our goals”.
Among the young people, from whom do you expect more?
“I don’t want to put pressure on them. I’m talking especially about Di Virgilio, a 2006-born playmaker with great promise who we hope will continue to grow. We decided to give him space in a role that wasn’t really his, but we’ve seen that his performances have improved a lot.”
In recent years, Arzignano has accustomed us to being a talent factory. Which of the players in the squad could be the surprise?
“I hope there are more than one. We are a very young team. Our captain Casini is 32, but the average age is very low by choice. However, I really hope that everyone shows off.”
In Group A, which teams are best equipped? And what are your goals?
“Our goal is to get as many points as possible, obviously maintaining the category is the main point but for the rest we think game after game, trying to get as many points as possible. Then the pitch will tell us where we are. As for the best teams, there are many strong ones. It’s an unpredictable championship, where if you lower your attention threshold you risk a lot”.
Are there many bets in your squad?
“They may seem like gambles because many of the boys have never faced the category but we must not be too afraid. If a boy has shown quality he can show it even higher up. I think it is right to give opportunities to boys who want to play in higher categories”.