Giovanni Ferrara, the president of Palermo's 'picciotti', has died.

Giovanni Ferrara has passed away at the age of 75, former president of Palermo Calcio and a key figure in the club's revival after the bankruptcy of 1986.

Born on November 1, 1950 in Lercara Friddi (Palermo), he led the club on Viale del Fante from 1989 to 1993 and then again from 1995 to 2000.

An entrepreneur in the pasta industry, he was the owner who returned the rosanero to Serie B in 1991 and who in 1993 signed a historic double, winning the championship and the Coppa Italia di Serie C.

During his tenure, the logo of the eagle with outstretched wings was adopted and the epic of the "Palermo dei picciotti" led by Ignazio Arcoleo took shape.

His management ended with the sale of the club to Franco Sensi, a transition that paved the way for the subsequent era of Maurizio Zamparini.

"The memory of Giovanni Ferrara — says the president of Palermo Dario Mirri — will remain preserved in the collective memory of the club and all its fans, with his noble demeanor, great passion for our colors, and an extraordinary respect for people and commitments made".

For the mayor of Palermo, Roberto Lagalla, "we are left with a good man, full of passion and vision who, along with his partners, despite countless difficulties, contributed to the cause of the rosanero team, keeping the spirit of belonging high. We all recognize his daily commitment and love for our colors. I extend the condolences and closeness of the municipal administration to his family".