Torino names Ignazio Abate as coach and outlines summer transfer strategy

Torino announced Ignazio Abate as the new head coach, emphasizing a proactive, aggressive style built around a three‑defender system, youth development and a recognizable team identity. Director of sport Gianluca Petrachi highlighted the club’s financial context – a €80 million turnover – and set clear market priorities.

Petrachi stated that signing a top‑quality goalkeeper is the top priority, describing the desired profile as technically adept, confident in ball‑play and a defensive leader. The club is also pursuing young defenders, with English centre‑back Ben Nelson identified as the main target despite a rejected offer from Leicester, and Italian defender Pietro Comuzzo also monitored. Other names under consideration include the Argentine goalkeeper Orlando Gill, Lucas Perri and several additional prospects.

Abate thanked his former club Juve Stabia, pledged to give Torino a “bold and recognizable” style, and affirmed confidence in Petrachi’s work on squad construction. The combined statements outline Torino’s approach to rebuilding the squad for the upcoming Serie A season.