FTBL understands Gallifuoco, who joined the Italian club in July, has left for personal reasons.

The 24-year-old from Sydney has returned to Australia.

Gallifuoco made 17 first-team appearances, scoring one goal, for Rieti this season.

He joined the outfit from English club Dover Athletic.

In November Gallifuoco was linked with interest from Portsmouth and Charlton Athletic.

The former Joey, Young Socceroo and Olyroo representive came through the AIS and Tottenham Hotspur's academy.