According to Tuttomercato, Ascoli Calcio 1898 FC S.p.A. has signed defender Manuel Nicoletti until June 30, 2026, with the contract including an automatic renewal should the team be promoted to Serie B. Nicoletti is now working again with Coach Tomei at Ascoli, who had previously praised his abilities during their time together in Basilicata. The 24-year-old defender, originally from Catanzaro, developed his skills at Crotone and gained experience playing for several Serie C clubs, along with a brief period in Serie B. His recent performances with Picerno, where he made 14 appearances in the 2024/25 season, demonstrated his defensive capabilities, making him a significant asset to Ascoli's team.