Mattia De Sciglio’s adventure with Empoli appears to be coming to an abrupt end, potentially concluding with a red card for dissent from the bench in the recent league match against Torino. The former AC Milan full-back’s tenure in Tuscany has been less impactful than hoped, with only six appearances across Serie A and Coppa Italia, including just two full 90-minute performances, totaling a mere 262 minutes on the pitch.
This limited contribution has prompted Empoli, led by the Corsi family, to initiate proceedings for De Sciglio’s early departure. According to [**reports**](https://www.calciomercato.com/news/empoli-de-sciglio-pronta-la-risoluzione-anticipata-del-prestito-dalla-juventus-il-palermo-lo-aspetta-64841), the 32-year-old defender is set for an early termination of his loan deal with Empoli. Formally, De Sciglio will return to Juventus, where his contract runs until June 30, 2025. The Tuscan club’s decision stems from De Sciglio’s minimal impact on the team’s dynamics and defensive setup. It marks a missed opportunity for the Italian player, who had hoped to revitalize his career in Tuscany after battling various physical issues during his latter days at Juventus.
As for De Sciglio’s next career move, barring any last-minute surprises, Palermo has already secured Juventus’s approval to bring him to Sicily. This would mark De Sciglio’s first foray into Serie B. The Rosanero, currently navigating tense relations between the club and fans following recent protests and inconsistent results in Serie B, plan to finalize the deal as soon as the winter transfer window opens on January 2nd.
While the final details are being ironed out, the signs are positive for an agreement between all parties. There’s a possibility of a contract until June 2025 with an option for extension. Palermo are eager to secure an experienced player looking to regain his form and significance in a historically prominent club setting.