The unfortunate injury suffered by Desplanches at the end of Palermo-Venice probably interrupted the season of the Under21 national team goalkeeper, who for a few weeks had managed to surpass in the hierarchy a Pigliacelli who had been an unmovable starter for almost two years.
As reported in today’s edition of the Giornale di Sicilia, Palermo’s goalkeeper number 22 will most likely return to occupy his place in the starting 11 after more than 3 weeks (last appearance in La Spezia on May 1st), in the match that will determine Palermo’s fortunes this season.
Pigliacelli’s presence has been a constant for Palermo since their return to Serie B, and his role has often been decisive both between the posts and, above all, in setting up, given his excellent technical qualities. Desplanches’ injury, although serious and unpleasant, does not leave the Rosanero goal uncovered, which will still be able to count on an element of great reliability.
The former Craiova player’s contract expires in 2025, but his future is yet to be written. The Rosanero club will focus on the young number 1 from next season, and Pigliacelli’s permanence is certainly in question. Which is why the goalkeeper’s intentions will certainly be to offer an excellent performance, also to leave a positive memory in the event of farewell.
