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Catanzaro 2026‑27 prep, Liberali at Como, Gorgone coach 2026-27: Playoff results and squad rebuilding
Catanzaro continued its pre‑season programme Catanzaro's pre-season preparations for the 2026‑27 2026-27 campaign, confirming previously focused on appointing Antonio Gorgone as head coach and integrating new signings such as signing players like Nicolò Postiglione and forward Saya Seha. The squad’s first friendly in Livigno ended in Seha, evolved into a 3‑1 win over Swiss side FC Paradiso, with Filippo Pittarello, Garnica and Koffi finding high-stakes battle for Serie A promotion. Led by Alberto Aquilani, Catanzaro reached the net under Gorgone’s guidance. Meanwhile, Serie B playoff final after defeating Palermo, despite match-day tensions and crowd disturbances. In the €6 million permanent transfer of midfielder Mattia Liberali playoff final, Catanzaro faced Monza. Monza ultimately secured promotion to Serie B club Como was formalised. Como’s player‑coach Cesc Fabregas outlined several tactical options for A after winning the 17‑year‑old, ranging from an inverted left‑winger in a 4‑2‑3‑1 two-legged tie. Following the promotion, Monza underwent significant managerial changes: head coach Paolo Bianco resigned to a central attacking midfielder or a hybrid defensive role, emphasizing Liberali’s technical skill in tight spaces join Pisa, and Ivan Juric was appointed as his ability to contribute to the team’s buildup. Liberali is expected to grow into successor on a regular role as competition for midfield places remains high. These developments underscore Catanzaro’s active squad restructuring ahead two-year contract. Catanzaro's post-playoff period has been defined by restructuring. While the club celebrated the 50th anniversary of its historic 1976 promotion, it focused on the new 2026-27 season by evaluating new head coaches, including Davide Possanzini and highlight Liberali’s next chapter at Como, where his creativity is slated Guido Pagliuca, and renewing youth sector staff. The transfer market remains active, with the club targeting center forwards, left wingers, and midfielders such as Mehdi Dorval and Wisdom Acquah to aid complete the club’s push squad under Gorgone. In related developments, Mattia Liberali's transfer journey concluded with him signing a five-year deal with Como for promotion. €6 million, outbidding interest from AC Milan and Juventus. This move, facilitated by Cesc Fabregas, sees the young playmaker commit to Como through 2031.