“The dream continues”. Few words but those of decisive Alberto Gilardino which arrive the day after the match in Rome against the team of their friend Daniele De Rossi. Afterwards the Genoa coach places his autograph with a marker on the camera. The most important signature, however, was placed yesterday morning, announced before the match at the Olimpico by sporting director Marco Ottolini. “This morning (yesterday ed.) he signed the contract – the rossoblù manager told DAZN – we can say that he is official, he will be the coach of Genoa for the next two years”. The former 2006 world champion striker will continue his adventure at the helm of Italy’s oldest club.
Objectives on the field and Genoa DNA
A journey, the one with Grifone, which began a year and a half ago when he was called to lead the first team after six months spent in charge of the Primavera team. Confirmation arrived in the capital when Badelj and his teammates played in the Italian Cup against the Giallorossi then led by Mourinho. From there a growing path with the objective of promotion achieved after a great run-up and this year arithmetic salvation with five rounds to spare. However, what stands out more than the results, which remain excellent, is the bond with the square, the people as he defines it, thanks to the performances of his team and the attachment to the colors and the desire for sacrifice that the players have shown . The Genoa DNA capable of warming the hearts of the fans who in the last home games gave him an ovation with personalized chants.
The details of the contract
A two-year renewal therefore for the Gila who will be linked to the oldest club in Italy until 2026 for a sum of around one million euros but with bonuses linked to the results obtained. “I am gratified for the opportunity he gave me a year and a half ago – the coach said yesterday in the conference -. We are starting from good foundations and there is the possibility of improving with the collective”. Alberto Gilardino and Genoa, still moving forward together.
