On 1 July 2013, Parma exercised the rights to sign Parolo from Cesena for €1 million, but part of a mega cashless player swap. In the 2013–14 Serie A season Parma finished 6th, which earned them a place in the 2014–15 UEFA Europa League. However, Parma were not granted a UEFA licence by FIGC and the application was declined due to overdue tax. Thus the place went to 7th placed Torino, which hold a UEFA licence. Parolo made 36 appearances for them during 2013–14 Serie A season, again missing twice due to suspension.