Vibonese Calcio, Augurusa among potential new partners: “Full availability, but only if the rest of the board shares our ethical principles”

The Calabrian president of the Christian Union of Business Executives (UCID) has already expressed his openness to Mayor Romeo and has a clear project in mind: “A team and a club committed to social causes and supporting families to become a model of behavior”

January 27, 2026 – Vincenzo Primerano

“Sunday’s derby victory against Sambiase and the chants of the fans at the Luigi Razza stadium under the downpour must be a starting point for Vibonese, following the recent events that led to the resignations of former president Fernando Cammarata and sporting director Angelo Costa, with the team now entrusted to Mayor Enzo Romeo.

Current situation

Since then, the mayor, also in constant contact with long-time patron Pippo Caffo, has convened several meetings bringing together Vibo-based football experts and local entrepreneurs to try to find a solution for the club’s management and, above all, to identify the formation of a new consortium capable of reviving the Rossoblù’s fortunes. Over the last few weeks, many names have been circulated, including that of Danilo Beccaria, who, however, in an interview with us, downplayed an immediate return. Meanwhile, Mayor Enzo Romeo has appointed Rino Putrino (provincial president of the Coaches Association) as “commissioner” of the club with the task of maintaining contact with any interested entrepreneurs.

Who is Francesco Augurusa

In recent days, the name of a potential new partner who would gladly embrace the Rossoblù cause has gained momentum: the entrepreneur from Filogaso, Francesco Augurusa.” …