Atalanta have extended Gianpaolo Bellini’s contract and he’ll have a directorial role once he retires next summer.
Now 35 years old, the defender has spent his entire career in the Orobici jersey.
He grew up through their youth academy and joined the first team in 1997, making his Serie A debut in 1998-99.
He has made 408 competitive appearances for the club, scoring eight goals and receiving seven red cards.
Atalanta officially added another season to his contract with a special clause.
Atalanta have extended Gianpaolo Bellini’s contract and he’ll have a directorial role once he retires next summer.
Now 35 years old, the defender has spent his entire career in the Orobici jersey.
He grew up through their youth academy and joined the first team in 1997, making his Serie A debut in 1998-99.
He has made 408 competitive appearances for the club, scoring eight goals and receiving seven red cards.
Atalanta officially added another season to his contract with a special clause.
From 2017, Bellini will have a spot on the back-room staff.