Francesco Di Mariano, a 29-year-old Italian winger currently leaving Modena, is being considered by Padova as an alternative if they cannot reach an agreement with Caprari. Di Mariano is asking for a year and a half contract. This season in Serie B, he has made 17 appearances, scoring 1 goal and providing 2 assists. The former Italy U17 international, with 13 caps and 1 goal, has also been linked with Bari and Sampdoria. His current market value is €450k, according to Transfermarkt.