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September 2, 2024
Several Italian footballers have been making waves in various European leagues outside of Serie A, with several standout performers catching the eye of fans and pundits alike. Here, we take a look at some of the most impressive Italian talents plying their trade abroad:
Caleb Okoli: The 23-year-old Leicester City center-back has earned high praise from the local press for his strong performances, including his notable debut in the Midlands derby against Aston Villa. Despite the 2-1 defeat, Okoli’s defensive prowess has not gone unnoticed.
Wilfried Gnonto: Another young talent making a name for himself is Leeds United’s Wilfried Gnonto. The winger has showcased his speed and skill, resulting in a rating of 7 following his team’s 2-0 victory over Hull City in the EFL Championship.
Riccardo Calafiori: The Italy international received more minutes off the bench during Arsenal’s 1-1 draw with Brighton, coming on to support his team while they were down to 10 men. Calafiori’s display has left many Arsenal supporters optimistic about his potential.
Ciro Immobile: As the only Italian player outside Serie A to score a goal over the weekend, Immobile’s successful first-half penalty for Besiktas in their 2-0 win over Svissapsor deserves recognition.
Other noteworthy Italian players in European leagues include:
These footballers have all made valuable contributions to their respective teams, demonstrating the adaptability and skill of Italian players in Europe’s top leagues. We expect to see more standout performances from Italian talents competing outside of Serie A as they continue to develop and impress.
| Riccardo Calafiori | Arsenal | 6 |
| Jorginho | Arsenal | n/a |
| Guglielmo Vicario | Tottenham | 6 |
| Destiny Udogie | Tottenham | 6 |
| Caleb Okoli | Leicester City | 7 |
| Cesare Casadei | Chelsea | n/a |
| Emerson | West Ham | 6 |
| Federico Chiesa | Liverpool | n/a |
| Sandro Tonali | Newcastle | 6 |
| Wilfried Gnonto | Leeds United | 7 |
| Luca Koleosho | Burnley | 6 |
| Gianluca Frabotta | West Brom | n/a |
| Vincenzo Grifo | Freiburg | 5 |
| Fabio Chiarodia | Borussia Mönchengladbach (II) | n/a |
| Fabio Mané | Borussia Dortmund (II) | n/a |
| Gianluigi Donnarumma | Paris Saint-Germain | 5 |
| Vito Mannone | Lille | n/a |
| Daniele Rugani | Ajax | n/a |
| Luciano Valente | Groningen | 6 |
| Lorenzo Milani | Heracles | n/a |
| Lorenzo Pirola | Olympiacos | 6.5 |
| Mattia Zanotti | Lugano | 6.5 |
| Simone Pafundi | Lausanne Sport | n/a |
| Ciro Immobile | Besiktas | 6.5 |
| Cher Ndour | Besiktas | 6 |
The third round of Serie A fixtures witnessed the rise of two standout Italian talents from Inter Milan. The midfield maestro Nicolo Barella and dynamic defender Federico Dimarco, with their highest average ratings, left an indelible mark on the league, engaging the audience with their exceptional performances.
Barella’s commanding presence in the midfield was on full display as he orchestrated Inter’s 4-0 triumph over Atalanta with a stellar performance capped by a stunning goal. His average rating of 7.5, with some outlets awarding him an 8, speaks volumes about his influence on the pitch. Dimarco also shined bright with an average rating of 7.5, showcasing his versatility and effectiveness in offensive and defensive duties.
Inter’s dominance in the ratings continues, as Alessandro Bastoni and Francesco Acerbi secured 6.5 each following their second consecutive clean sheet. The Nerazzurri’s strong defensive backbone complements the firepower up front and plays a pivotal role in their success.
In the realm of goalkeepers, Stefano Turati impressed on his Monza debut, earning a 7 despite conceding two goals against Fiorentina. Wladimiro Falcone matched that rating after securing a clean sheet in Lecce’s 1-0 victory over Cagliari.
Several players, including Juventus’ Federico Gatti, Monza’s Daniel Maldini, and Fiorentina’s Moise Kean, garnered ratings of 7. The latter celebrated his first league goal for the Viola during their 2-2 draw with Monza, signaling a promising start to his career in Florence and instilling a sense of hope for the future.
As the Serie A season progresses, these top-performing Italian stars will undoubtedly continue to shape the narrative of their respective clubs’ campaigns. With their talent and determination on display, football fans can look forward to witnessing more outstanding performances from these athletes in the coming weeks.
| Barella 7.5 | Meret 6.5 |
| Dimarco 7.5 | Buongiorno 6.5 |
| Falcone 7 | Dossena 6.5 |
| Turati 7 | Cristante 6.5 |
| Maldini 7 | Coppola 6.5 |
| Gatti 7 | Prati 6.5 |
| Kean 7 | Fazzini 6.5 |
| Fabbian 7 | Pezzella 6.5 |
| Bastoni 6.5 | Grassi 6.5 |
| Acerbi 6.5 | Nicolussi Caviglia 6.5 |
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