Reggina will not be owned by Matt Rizzetta. A horizon that was clearly perceived after the American entrepreneur’s speech on Reggio TV on Monday evening and which now also has the trappings of officiality expressed by a press release from Underdog Glob Partners.
The press release from Ugp Global Parter
“In relation – we read in the company’s communication – to the evaluation process started in recent weeks regarding the possible acquisition of Reggina, Underdog Global Partners (“UGP”), represented by the President Matt Rizzetta, following the failure to respond by the deadline of 15 June indicated in the offer presented via certified e-mail, communicates that the conditions for carrying out the proposed operation no longer exist”.
A fleeting relationship, but one of great harmony between Rizzetta and the Amaranth fans. “The profound respect towards the city of Reggio Calabria, the Amaranth fans, the Club and the history of Reggina, a sporting and identity heritage of extraordinary value, remains unchanged. The President Matt Rizzetta, on behalf of all the UGP members, would also like to extend heartfelt thanks to the many Amaranth fans who, over the course of these weeks, have shown affection, encouragement and closeness towards this project, born from profound respect for the history of this club. club, for the passion of its people and for the personal and emotional bond that has always united it with Reggio Calabria. Although it has not been possible to transform this project into reality, the admiration and affection towards the amaranth colors will remain unchanged, with the hope that the Club, the city and its fans can find the stages they deserve as soon as possible.
The amaranth future
Reggina will however change ownership. Within the week the club should become part of the group headed by Claudio Lotito, president of Lazio. The doors of a new era are opening, with the knowledge that the first objective will be to set up a battleship capable of defeating the competition in Serie D.