The delicate negotiation for the confirmation of the “Cobra” ended with the signature of the bomber. “If the locker room wants it, I’ll be happy to have the responsibility of wearing the band”
There was L’Aquila, there were other proposals. Interesting and intriguing, because having a Simone Corbanese in the team guarantees seriousness, professionalism and above all goals, many goals. Those who, however, he decided to create for the Belluno Dolomites next season.
The handshake had become probable on Wednesday and took place yesterday, complete with official communication. It will not be his Belluno and his yellow and blue colors, which have become the second skin over time, but football changes and Corbanese in the end wanted to accept the proposals and projects of his old – new team. As everyone is curious to see what will be born and how it will develop, however the talks have removed many of the initial doubts. And he knows well that his presence represents a strong message sent out. In summary, if one of the strongest strikers in the category says yes, it is a clear demonstration of the seriousness and concreteness of what the old managers of Belluno, San Giorgio Sedico and Union Feltre want to carry out.
I remember an interview, when they were still playing, in which the tone of voice revealed perplexity about the union of the three clubs. Did the merger scare you?
«No, scared no. I was more than anything else destabilized by the possible “disappearance” of Belluno football: a club and colors that are part of my heart. But I didn’t allow myself to judge the operation from the outside. Before, I wanted to know ideas and projects. Now I know that there are the conditions to work in the best way. On the contrary, I feel a deep sense of responsibility, as well as the pride of representing the entire province. I am very attached to my land ».
We are faced with something really big and impressive. Three Serie D teams joined together in a few months perhaps has no equal in Italy.
“And expectations of a certain kind arise from an operation like that. However, this is a stimulus for those who love challenges and want to get out of the comfort zone ».
However, the fans may find it hard to get used to it and they don’t necessarily follow the Dolomites. How do you make them feel involved and involved?
“Everyone can legitimately express their opinion and judgment on the merger. It will be up to us all to convince them to trust us. And by us I mean players, coaches, managers and anyone who revolves around the club ».
The Dolomites has already passed through a stormy and noisy non-confirmation: that of Yari Masoch.
«The relationship between us in the historical group of Belluno goes beyond football and I was saddened that a friend of mine experienced exclusion badly. I believe the challenge of the new partnership will also be to try to convey a positive and cheerful message to the outside ».
Corbanese asks for time, therefore.
“Everything has changed, starting with the management team. The expectations are high, the ambition too, and this requires clarity and balance. Time will take yes. But as I said, now more than ever I am convinced in the goodness of what we intend to achieve. We will demonstrate on and off the pitch that things will be done correctly ».
In the meantime, many wanted you.
«I have received interesting proposals, from many points of view. L’Aquila was one of these, but not only, also linked to a possible change of life. In the end, however, for my future the best thing was to marry the Belluno Dolomites. And I’m not one for regrets or hindsight. “
How do you reach C, the goal you will be aiming for in the coming years?
«Always with the balance mentioned before. Maybe we won’t get the desired results right away. But this too will have to be managed in the best possible way, in the eventuality ».
Will you be the captain?
«I was asked, but these are decisions up to the locker room. In any case, I gladly take responsibility ».
Next to you will also play Cossalter, one of the interesting prospects of Belluno football. He’s been coming for a not easy year, but you can be his ideal ward mate.
«I think he has the potential to do well and some less simple moments happen to everyone. In the end you always have to prove something, at 20 as at 33 ».
Word of the almost certainly first historic captain of the Belluno Dolomites.