Genoa president Enrico Preziosi has announced the sale of the club.

Preziosi has endured heavy criticism from fans in recent years, and it was reported earlier this month that he was in talks to sell.

“I've sold the club," Preziosi told TeleNord.

“The signatures will arrive this week or early next week. By the next interview, I'll no longer be President of Genoa."

He also stated: “I don't like the division between 'Preziosi yes' and 'Preziosi no'. Presidents come and go, Genoa remains for centuries.

“Right now I'm looking for serious people to help the club, and these have proved that they're serious.

“I'm sure I won't be President anymore, at most I'll look after the club if there are no signatures. At the start of the season I want to be a normal fan."