Overview
- Protti, speaking in a Sky Calcio Unplugged interview tied to the film launch, said he is learning to walk again after spending about 20 days in bed.
- He said he recently underwent another operation as part of treatment for colon cancer first disclosed on July 5, 2025.
- He explained that the disease involved his vertebrae by September, which has led to setbacks and complications during rehabilitation.
- The docufilm, Igor. L'eroe romantico del calcio, opens in Italian cinemas Monday, March 30, and was shot before his illness was known.
- He noted the shoot wrapped 10 days before his diagnosis became known and said fans’ support and past lessons—like proving Arrigo Sacchi’s early doubts wrong—fuel his resolve.