Sassuolo director discusses Esposito transfer and club strategy

Sassuolo sporting director Francesco Palmieri has provided updates on the club’s squad and strategic direction during the current break. A central point of discussion was the transfer of Sebastiano Esposito. Palmieri explained that Sassuolo capitalized on an opportunity following negotiations with Cagliari, noting that Esposito arrived happy and has already shown great talent through his recent involvement with the Italian national team.

Regarding team management, Palmieri expressed strong confidence in head coach Alberto Aquilani, highlighting a “great feeling” between the management and the coach. The club’s primary objective remains Serie A survival, though they aim to play an aggressive, proactive style of football.

The sporting director also emphasized Sassuolo’s long-standing philosophy of integrating young players into the first team. He noted the emergence of talents like Simone Cinquegrano and discussed the importance of providing youth with consistent playing time and support from both the ownership and coaching staff. Additionally, the club is working toward renewing the contract of player Denis Thorstvedt.