After announcing Benito, Giuliano and Crozzolo, Team Polti VisitMalta continues its transfer campaign for the 2026 season by turning its attention to the Italian scene: the fourth new signing comes from the province of Parma and will turn 26 tomorrow. His name is Thomas Pesenti.

A key figure in the Continental squad Beltrami TSA from his home region Emilia, where he achieved several victories including the Giro del Medio Brenta and GP Slovakia, he later confirmed his consistency with strong results first in the Ukyo team and then in the Soudal QuickStep Devo. This year, he claimed a prestigious podium at the Italian Championships in late June and top-10 stage finishes in races such as O Gran Camiño and Alpes Isère Tour.

Pesenti: "I'm extremely happy to have the opportunity to make the most of my experience at Professional level. I want to thank the new structure — feeling such strong trust in me is a tremendous motivation to keep working hard and improving in every aspect. I'm ready to give 100% on the road!"

Ivan Basso, team principal Polti VisitMalta: "Thomas has already shown that he belongs in this category, we are confident that racing with us will allow him to make that final step forward and become a winning rider".