According to a report from TuttoC.com, Pescara has shown concrete interest in Picerno's Italian midfielder Samuel Pugliese. However, Pescara is not the only club interested, as Südtirol and Empoli have also reportedly made inquiries for the 2004-born player, with other teams also prepared to join the competition for him. In the 2025/2026 Serie C - C season, Pugliese made 33 appearances, scoring 6 goals and providing 3 assists. His contract with Picerno is valid until June 30, 2027, and his market value is listed as €150k on Transfermarkt.