Paolo Sollier

Paolo Sollier (born 13 January 1948) is an Italian former football player and coach.

Playing career
Born in Chiomonte, Sollier played as a midfielder. He began his career with Cossatese, combining his football career with a job working in a Fiat factory. He later played professionally for Pro Vercelli. He then moved to Perugia and help them win promotion to Serie A in the 1974-75 season.

He played later with Rimini and Biellese.

Sollier accumulated a total of 21 appearances in Serie A and 124 appearances with 11 goals in Serie B.

Coaching career
He managed Aosta, Pro Vercelli and Biellese.

Personal life
Sollier, a communist, was active in left-wing political activism throughout his football career, and was known for using a clenched fist salute on the pitch.