Bellucci back at Sampdoria
Friday, June 15, 2007
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UC Sampdoria have signed forward Claudio Bellucci on a free transfer from Serie B side Bologna FC as they prepare to enter the 2007 UEFA Intertoto Cup.
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UC Sampdoria have signed forward Claudio Bellucci on a free transfer from Serie B side Bologna FC as they prepare to enter the 2007 UEFA Intertoto Cup.
'Dream' return
Bellucci, who has a contract until 2009 with an option for a further 12 months, began his career with the Genoa club in 1993/94 before moving to AC Venezia ahead of the 1996/97 season. He also played for SSC Napoli before moving on to Bologna in 2001. This season, the 32-year-old scored 19 goals in Serie B but the club captain was unable to help the Rossoblù earn promotion. “I received several other offers,” he said. “But Sampdoria was always my first option. Returning here has always been my dream.”