 He made his professional debut with U.S. Massese (1981–84), and helped the team to gain promotion to Serie C2.He subsequently moved to Parma in 1984, where he enjoyed a successful spell under manager Arrigo Sacchi in Serie C1, helping the club to a Serie B promotion by winning the Serie C title.In 1987, Sacchi purchased his former young fullback, making him part of his legendary Milan side.