Cremonese has announced that their sporting director, Simone Giacchetta, has signed a contract extension that will keep him at the club until June 30, 2027. This move comes as a reward for Giacchetta`s significant contributions to the team`s recent successes.
Giacchetta, who joined Cremonese in 2021, has overseen an impressive period of growth for the club. Under his leadership, the team has achieved two promotions to Serie A in the 2021-22 and 2024-25 seasons. In the most recent Serie B campaign, Cremonese finished fourth and secured their return to Italy`s top flight through successful playoff victories against Juve Stabia and Spezia.
Key Signings Propel Cremonese`s Success
Giacchetta`s astute player acquisitions have played a crucial role in Cremonese`s ascent. Notable signings include Dennis Johnsen from Venezia and Tommaso Barbieri from Juventus` Next Gen team. Johnsen contributed significantly with eight goals and seven assists in Serie B, while Barbieri ended the season as the team`s joint top scorer with ten goals.
Other impactful additions include loan signing Jari Vandepuette, who scored five goals and provided 14 assists, and Franco Vázquez, a free transfer who matched Barbieri`s goal tally. These strategic moves have been instrumental in Cremonese`s recent achievements.
In their official statement, Cremonese praised Giacchetta for his “professionalism and dedication in his daily work.” The club also highlighted his role in securing two Serie A promotions and reaching the Coppa Italia semi-finals in the 2022-23 season.
This contract extension demonstrates Cremonese`s faith in Giacchetta`s vision and abilities, setting the stage for continued success as the club prepares for its return to Serie A.