Farewell to Gianni Punzo: Aurelio De Laurentiis and SSC Napoli pay tribute | OneFootball

Gianni Punzo, a Neapolitan entrepreneur and a key figure in the economic development of Southern Italy in recent decades, passed away today at the age of 88.

Farewell to Gianni Punzo: the condolences of Aurelio De Laurentiis and SSC Napoli

His career took off in the 1970s with the founding of the Cis di Nola, alongside other textile industry operators, significantly contributing to the industrial growth of Campania.

Punzo also held prominent roles in the world of sports and finance. He was vice president of Napoli Calcio during the golden era of Corrado Ferlaino, Diego Maradona, and the club's two championships. Additionally, he was among the founders of the Banca Popolare di Sviluppo and Ntv Spa, the company established with Luca Cordero di Montezemolo and Diego Della Valle, which led to the creation of Italo, Italy's second high-speed rail operator.

The message of condolence from Napoli and ADL

SSC Napoli and president Aurelio De Laurentiis expressed their condolences through the club's official X profile:

“A friend I greatly esteemed has passed away. Gianni Punzo was a person with great entrepreneurial ability, and one of his best qualities was being an excellent unifier. I remember him for a long time at the top of Ferlaino's Napoli. On behalf of the entire SSCN, I express my sympathy to his family.”

Gianni Punzo leaves behind an important legacy, not only in the world of entrepreneurship and sports but also in the economic and social life of Campania, where his commitment and vision helped transform local realities into successful national projects.

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