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Italian Serie C clubs unveil extensive summer transfer activity

A wave of transfer activity has swept Italian lower‑division football as clubs finalize their squads for the 2024‑25 season. Teams including Udinese, Hellas Verona, Venezia, Cittadella, Südtirol, Vicenza and Padova listed dozens of inbound and outbound moves, covering players from major leagues and youth prospects alike.

Chievo Verona announced the signing of goalkeeper Andrea Petrone, a 2007‑born product of Napoli’s youth system, and midfielder Gabriele Carannante, a 1999‑born who has featured in Serie C and D clubs. Trento reported the addition of midfielder Marco Garetto to its roster.

Ancona confirmed its registration for the upcoming Serie D campaign and disclosed new arrivals: defender Alessio Virdis, striker Francesco Manuzzi and, soon, midfielder Emanuele Menghi. The club also indicated interest in veteran forward Valerio Baldassi. These moves reflect a concerted effort by Serie C and D clubs to rebuild squads ahead of the new campaign.