Balthazar Pierretsince last January, can essentially be considered a player of Lecce. Only the formalities are missing: the journey to Italy, the medical visits and the signing of the multi-year contract. Everything should have happened today, however it was postponed due to force majeure.
Who is Balthazar Pierret
Midfielder with defensive characteristics, in recent weeks Pierret it also proved reliable during the construction phase. He concluded his championship, i.e. the second French series, with 30 appearances and 5 goals, playing mainly in a two-man midfield. Precisely the game system adopted by Gotti’s Lecce.
An excellent season for the class of 2000, so much so that he was included by the French portal “footnational” in the best 11 of Ligue 2 2023-24.
Why Pierret’s trip to Italy was cancelled
The player was supposed to arrive today on a flight, only to be welcomed by the Giallorossi staff and taken to Lecce, where he would have undergone medical examinations. However, his flight was canceled and the trip to Italy was postponed.
The problem arose from the fact that the G7 is taking place in Fasano these days and, as per protocol, a “no fly zone” has been declared in some areas of the Brindisi and Tarantino areas, therefore all flights have been cancelled.
When Pierret could be in Italy
The Lecce And Pierret they are rescheduling the trip, which will certainly take place next week. Specifically, the day must be defined. According to the latest rumors reaching our editorial team, the French footballer could land in Italy on Tuesday. Final decision expected for hours.