For twelve long years, Andrea Agnelli proudly served as the president of Juventus, a prestigious position once held by his late father Umberto and legendary uncle Gianni.
Unfortunately, what began as a prosperous era ended on a negative note, with the club embroiled in legal and financial troubles, culminating in his resignation on 28 November.
Today, the general assembly meeting is underway at the Allianz Stadium. Shareholders are expected to approve the financial statements from the previous campaign and will also receive the list of suggested members for the new board of directors.
This meeting will also mark Agnelli’s final appearance as club president before he steps down once and for all, and the same goes for his vice-president Pavel Nedved, chief executive Maurizio Arrivabene, and the rest of the resigned board of directors.
In his latest speech, the outgoing president admits that resigning was not an easy decision, but remains proud of his achievements during his time in charge of Juventus.
“Resigning was not easy. But I did everything possible to obtain the results obtained, on and off the pitch, ”Agnelli said in his speech as reported by Gazzetta dello Sport.
“They were extraordinary results. It was a decision that I made with conviction and in complete serenity.
“The club is called to defend its position. Personally, I am convinced that I have done well in recent years and the complaints against us are not justified.
“However, the club will have to continue to protect its interests and I thought it was appropriate to take a step back.
“Juventus, therefore, is above everything and everyone. Fine alla Fine”.
