Sassuolo begins preseason with new coach Aquilani as Serie A clubs prepare for 2024‑25

Sassuolo introduced new head coach Alberto Aquilani during the club's fan celebration at the Enzo Ricci stadium. Sporting director Francesco Palmieri highlighted the continued high commitment of the Squinzi family and outlined the challenge of staying competitive in Serie A. Aquilani’s first training session focused on evaluating a large squad that includes several returning loanees and possible market moves, while the transfer window remains largely inactive.

Lecce started its summer camp in Bad Loipersdorf, Austria, after a period of medical examinations. The club emphasized the need for an experienced striker to improve its low scoring record from the previous season, with interest in both new signings and a possible return for Walid Cheddira.

Atalanta released its 2026 preseason friendly schedule, detailing matches against its Under‑23 side, Feyenoord in Rotterdam and Schalke 04 in Gelsenkirchen, before the Serie A opening on 23 August against Sassuolo. The plan includes early training sessions at the club’s Bortolotti Centre.