Palermo coach Stefano Pioli admits frustration with their summer departures.

Javier Pastore and Salvatore Sirigu were sold, so Pioli does admit he's not entirely happy with the transfer strategy.

"Obviously I would've preferred the squad to be completed as quickly as possible. I have the utmost faith in the club, as they know what Palermo need.

"It is already positive that we have brought in Matias Silvestre, who is a tough defender with character. He's what we needed."