Andrea Fulignati, a 31-year-old Italian goalkeeper born in 1994, is returning to Cremonese following his loan at Empoli. The Tuscan club did not have a right to buy the goalkeeper but was obligated to purchase him if certain conditions, such as promotion to Serie A, were met. These conditions were not fulfilled, and the player has said goodbye to Empoli's fans, some of whom hope he will return. According to CuoreGrigioRosso, Fulignati could fill the position at Cremonese vacated by Audero. It is also thought possible that 'Cremo' might use him as a starter again following the club's relegation to Serie B. Fulignati made 38 appearances for Empoli in the 2025/2026 Serie B season, and his current Transfermarkt market value is €750k.