We didn't even have time to get used to the change in management that Spice Football turn the page again. The adventure of FC32 Global Holdings, the group founded by Paul Francis, lasted just two months: 100% of the shares were in fact sold to the Boston financier Thomas roberts, which finalized the purchase through the US company RAM Spezia Holdings L.P..
Another change of ownership less than three months after the family's farewell Platek, owner of the club since 2021 and protagonist of the first leap in Serie A. “This is a major challenge, but also a great opportunity to develop the potential of Spezia Calcio,” said Roberts. “Our goal is to build a solid and long-lasting project, to achieve the best results in the shortest possible time.”
Revolution at the top: Stillitano president, Gazzoli remains CEO
With the new ownership structure, the current one will expire board of directors, which will be reconstituted in the next few hours. The new president will be Charlie Stillitano, a well-known face in international football, already on the board of directors with FC32, former general manager of the New York/New Jersey MetroStars in MLS and co-founder of the Relevant Sports Group. Its name is a guarantee of relationships and global vision.
Near him, Andrea Corradino, outgoing president, will maintain a management role as vice-president, while Andrea Gazzoli is confirmed as Chief Executive Officer. “I am honored and excited to take on such a significant role”, said Stillitano. “Spezia has already made significant progress and with my experience I will try to contribute to making the club grow even more.”
Article published on 23 April 2025 - 17:31
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It is important that Spezia Calcio has a new management, but I hope that there will not be any more rapid changes. Every time there is a change, there are new ideas but also confusion. Let's hope that Thomas Roberts can bring stability and success.