Triestina midfielder Riccardo Allegretti has revealed he's joining Serie A new-boys Bari.

"I am very happy," grinned the 31-year-old creative midfielder. "It is a step up that I consider to be the crowning moment in my career path.

"I spoke to [Coach Giampiero] Ventura in the week of his appointment to the Bari bench and he asked if I felt ready to face this adventure.

"I had no doubts, because Bari are a big and ambitious club. I am sure it will be a great experience."