Verona signed middle blocker Michal Rak. Born in 1979, the Czech has been playing in Italy since 2003 when he joined Trentino. He’s been in the top division ever since, winning one league title, one super cup, both in 2009 with Piacenza. He also wore the shirts of Modena, Taranto, Castellana Grotte and Vibo Valentia.

“I wanted all-around players for this area of the game – said coach Bagnoli – I needed technique, physical attributes and a good personality, and Rak responded to this demand at 100%, he was my first choice”.