Tuttomercato reports that Scafatese has officially announced the acquisition of defender Mattia Novella. The player, born in 2001, arrives following his most recent experience at Crotone. Scafatese Calcio communicated to fans and the press that they have acquired the player.

Italian right-back Mattia Novella, 25, has reached an agreement with newly-promoted Scafatese on a two-year deal, valid until 2028. The contract has been signed, pending the official announcement by the club. Novella will leave Crotone permanently, where he had one year left on his contract. Novella joined Crotone in January 2026 and has a current market value of €225k, according to Transfermarkt.