Lega Pro assembly elects Umberto Pagano to Board of Directors

The Lega Pro assembly held an extraordinary and ordinary meeting in Florence to address several key administrative and structural matters for Italian Serie C football. During the session, Umberto Pagano, CEO of U. S. Salernitana 1919, was formally elected to the Board of Directors, following his initial co-option in September.

Key agenda items included the approval of guidelines for the commercialization of audiovisual rights for the 2028-2031 seasons and the implementation of new camera technology. The assembly also reviewed the progress of the Salary Cap, which is reportedly showing positive results regarding the economic and financial stability of the clubs.

Federal President Giovanni Malagò attended the meeting, emphasizing the importance of the Zola Reform and the role of Serie C as a foundation for Italian football. Additionally, the league is collaborating with the University of Florence to develop new training programs for its clubs.