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Mandorlini set to sign contract extension

Mandorlini guided Verona to a surprising 10th-place finish in Serie A this season following promotion from the second tier.

The 53-year-old's current deal expires this month but the former Atalanta, Bologna and Sassuolo coach has now pledged his long-term future to the club.

"I haven't signed my contract extension yet but by Wednesday we will make official my renewal," Mandorlini told L'Arena.

"I believe a lot in this project.

"I turned down an important offer to coach in China because my priority has been to remain here.

"Verona is my home and until it lasts, I will not leave.

"Sooner or later I will be sacked but until then I will remain."

"We've had a fantastic campaign," he added. "Our aim next season will be to again avoid the drop.

"Our mentality should not change.

"This year we have been able to defend our Serie A status well ahead of time and this will be our objective next season."