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President of Italian Football Federation says losses from coronavirus already amount to €500 million

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PA Images | The Serie A has previously targeted a return from suspension on 13th June. However, the Italian government has extended its ban on sporting events until 14th June, meaning the league will not be allowed to return on its previously targeted date. 

Football in Italy directly generates a turnover of €4.7 billion annually.

Voiding the Serie A season is estimated to cost clubs a collective €650 million.

28 May 2020 - 9:15 AM

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