Padova and Andrea Garghella reached an agreement to keep the libero at the club for the coming season. Both parts are extremely satisfied to extend a collaboration that has been lasting for over ten years now.

Garghella was born in Padova in 1982 and came up in his home town. He made his A1 debut in 1998-2000. Then, he had a spell in B1 in Fano in 2001-02 before making his return home and obtaining a place of starter. Andrea is currently seventh in the history of the club with 207 appearances.