Parma, 30 January 2026 – Comments from midfielder Hans Nicolussi Caviglia, given during his presentation at the “Gianfranco Bellè” press room at Ennio Tardini Stadium, attended by CEO Federico Cherubini and Director of Football Alessandro Pettinà.

HANS’ RETURN

“It’s been a very welcoming return. I was here only a few months ago but it was unfortunately cut short by injury, but I had already started to get to know the club and the city. So I’m very happy to be back. I would like to thank President Kyle J. Krause, the director, and the coach, who I’ve already discussed this opportunity with. I hope to earn the fans’ respect and affection with my performances on the pitch.

I’m a completely different player from when I first got here 5–6 years ago. Back then I was very young and more of a mezzala or attacking midfielder. Since that I’ve matured, physically as well, and grown stronger. I’ve evolved into a more versatile player, now often play in front of the defence as a central midfielder. My skills have evolved and I’ve refined my earlier strengths, like shooting from distance and other attacking skills. I enjoy playing a role that builds the game, intercepts, and reads situations. But I’ve learned that when you’re in the opponent’s half, a midfielder also needs to reach the areas near the box and be able to shoot. If not by making runs into the box, then through other solutions, shots from distance, combinations, or other moves that can be useful on the pitch.”

A TEAM THAT ADAPTS WELL

“Joining mid-season, the team’s systems are already well established. I’ve followed the squad and in a three-man midfield, I can play as a deep-lying playmaker or as one of two central midfielders. I see that the team adapts very well to different situations on the pitch and often changes formations, which I like because it gives the chance to interpret different scenarios, and I’ll try to do that with my new teammates.

Set-pieces? I know they’ve been an important weapon for Parma. There are some good takers, and I hope to be among them because I work hard on it.

The dressing room music? The locker room? I haven’t yet found the ‘chosen one’ (referring to Kean in Fiorentina), but there are lots of Argentines who listen to music. I have to say I like that, and it’s a positive thing.”

IMMEDIATE FOCUS ON JUVENTUS

“It’s a high-profile match, exciting to play against a strong team, and it’s a club where I went through every stage from the youth ranks to the first team. I consider it a very important game, but like any other, the opponent is certainly a top-level team. We’ll prepare for this one just like any other so we can go out on the pitch and give it our all.”

A MESSAGE FOR FIORENTINA

“In terms of Fiorentina, I wish the club all the best in achieving its goals, and I thank everyone I worked with during my time there.”

THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SERIE A AND SERIE B

“The main difference is that in Serie A, one-on-one situations often involve decisive players, if you lose the ball in a dangerous position, you’re punished more often. Then there’s the speed of the ball and the attention to detail, like set-pieces. Everything is at a very high level. You have to stay alert at all times. The nickname ‘Professor’ that Di Francesco gave me? It’s a great nickname. I thank the coach, who I’ve worked closely and found a strong connection with. We’ve talked a lot about football, and he’s taught me many things. It’s a nickname I appreciate and proudly take on.”

THE ILIAD AND OFF-FIELD HOBBIES

“I’ve learned through experience that hobbies outside of football are often very important for a person. They are nourishment for life off the pitch, though sometimes they can be be a distraction. I prefer to enjoy them and focus on the things I like off the pitch. At this moment, I can’t really draw a comparison for this return to Parma.”