Domenico Berardi admits he went by means of ‘some darkish instances these days,’ however is again in Serie A with Sassuolo and aiming for an Italy recall below Gennaro Gattuso.
The ahead solely turned 31 final month, so feels he nonetheless has lots to present on the return of his crew to the highest flight after a 12 months in Serie B.
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, as whereas there was a co-ownership take care of Juventus, he turned down the prospect to affix the Previous Woman outright.
“My story with Sassuolo begins a good distance again, and it’s an honour for me to characterize this nice membership and household,”
Berardi lifetime dedication to Sassuolo
REGGIO NELL’EMILIA, ITALY – APRIL 21: Inter linked Domenico Berardi of US Sassuolo through the Serie A TIM match between US Sassuolo and US Lecce at Mapei Stadium – Citta’ del Tricolore on April 21, 2024 in Reggio nell’Emilia, Italy.(Picture by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Photographs)
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It wasn’t simply Juventus who , as he was additionally linked with strikes to Inter, Napoli and extra.
“I had gives through the years from massive golf equipment, however on the age of 20, I used to be not mature sufficient to take that step. I’ve no regrets, I’m completely happy to have continued with this crew. What I like essentially the most about this place is the calm and quiet power that the membership reveals.”
Whereas Berardi had felt able to maybe transfer elsewhere with Sassuolo’s relegation to Serie B, a critical damage scuppered that concept in January 2024.
“I had a number of accidents, the worst was doubtless additionally the newest, the Achilles tendon tear. It was the darkest second for me, particularly because it culminated with our relegation.”
VERONA, ITALY – MARCH 03: Domenico Berardi of US Sassuolo gestures on the pitch because of an damage through the Serie A TIM match between Hellas Verona FC and US Sassuolo – Serie A TIM at Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi on March 03, 2024 in Verona, Italy. (Picture by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Photographs)
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Now each he and the membership are again in Serie A, hoping so as to add to his 123 targets and 83 assists in 316 prime flight appearances.
“I’m happy to be second solely to Ciro Motionless as lively gamers with targets scored in Serie A. I began with a penalty in opposition to Parma within the season we secured security, and hopefully we are able to repeat that,” added Berardi.
“I’ve grow to be extra skilled and matured through the years, attempting to present recommendation to the youthful gamers, so that they don’t repeat the identical errors I made.”
With Italy adopting a trident assault below new coach Gattuso, is it attainable Berardi might break again into the aspect?
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“I watched the video games, I’m certain with Gattuso we are able to get outcomes, even when it gained’t be simple. I’m working right here at Sassuolo and attempting to do nicely in order that I can get again into the Azzurri jersey.
“I’m attempting to get pleasure from this season, as I had actually troublesome moments, however the Berardi of the previous is returning.”