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Franck Kessié returns to Atalanta as Perugia makes football and volleyball updates
In Italian football news, Franck Kessié has officially returned to Atalanta. During his presentation, the Ivorian midfielder described the move as a ‘choice of heart,’ noting that while he spoke with other clubs, his connection to Bergamo and the opportunity to rejoin the club where he began his European career were decisive. Atalanta's sporting director, Cristiano Giuntoli, detailed the club's summer transfer strategy under new manager Maurizio Sarri, highlighting key acquisitions such as Kessié, Elmas, Kristensen, and Gaetano to build a more versatile squad.
In Perugia, volleyball player Federico Crosato has returned to training with Sir Susa Scai Perugia following a bronze medal win at the Mediterranean Games. He is currently undergoing a gradual physical recovery program to manage minor knee discomfort.
Additionally, Perugia football club has officially signed striker Edoardo Vergani, who joins from Frosinone. Meanwhile, the club has decided not to enter the transfer market to replace captain Linas Megelaitis following his serious knee injury, opting instead to rely on existing defensive options like Angeli, Stramaccioni, and Papazov.
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Atalanta · Atalanta BC · Bergamo · Cristiano Giuntoli · Franck Kessie · Luca Percassi · Maurizio Sarri · Perugia
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The club moved quickly to sign Kessié following the departure of midfielder̩ Sude Roon to Roma. primabergamo.it · www.calabrianews.it
- [● 2 SOURCES] Atalanta's sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli stated the club's new cycle began with the decision to hire Maurizio Sarri. primabergamo.it · www.calabrianews.it
- [● 3 SOURCES] Franck Kessié chose to return to Atalanta because of an emotional connection to the club and the city of Bergamo. primabergamo.it · www.calabrianews.it · www.calcionews24.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Kessié expressed readiness to play multiple roles, including deep-lying playmaker or mezzala, under Maurizio Sarri. primabergamo.it · www.calabrianews.it · www.calcionews24.com