Acf Fiorentina Best Players of All Time

ACF Fiorentina is a professional football club based in Florence, Tuscany, Italy. Founded in 1926 by the merger of two clubs and refounded in 2002 after bankruptcy, Fiorentina has played at the top level of Italian Football for most of its existence. With four Coppa Italia titles to their name as well as several appearances on the European stage throughout their history, they have established themselves as one of the biggest teams from Italy’s Serie A league. Notable players such as Gabriel Batistuta and Manuel Rui Costa graced this team with outstanding performances over many years that cemented them into legend status. Today’s squad continues to strive towards glory while honouring those who came before them with style and class on every pitch they play on.

1. Gabriel Batistuta

Forward

Career

• 1987–1989: Newell's Old Boys
• 1989: Sportivo Italiano (loan)
• 1988–1989: Newell's Old Boys
• 1989–1990: River Plate
• 1990–1991: Boca Juniors
• 1991–2000: Fiorentina
• 2000–2003: Roma
• 2003: Inter Milan (loan)
• 2003–2005: Al-Arabi
• 1991–2002: Argentina

Gabriel Batistuta is regarded as one of the greatest strikers in history and was voted the best player in Serie A by fans during his time at Roma. 

He began his career at Newell's Old Boys before joining River Plate and then Boca Juniors, where he won two league titles.

After a spell with Fiorentina, Batistuta joined Roma where he helped them to successive title wins and also became the first Argentine player to win a European Cup. 

In 2003, after six years with Rome, Batistuta left Italy for Manchester United where he spent four seasons before retiring in 2007 aged 37 due to injury.

Since retirement, Batistuta has worked as a football commentator for various networks around the world and served as president of Atlético Madrid from 2012-2014 Batistuta is a legend of Argentine football and one of the most prolific strikers in history. 

He played for some of the country's biggest clubs, including River Plate, Boca Juniors and Inter Milan, before moving to Italy where he became one of the best-known players in Europe.

Batistuta was known for his explosive pace and clinical finishing ability; he is also considered one of Argentina's greatest ever players. 

His international career saw him win 78 caps, scoring 56 goals – making him the all-time leading scorer for his country. 

After retiring from playing Batistuta turned to coaching; he has worked with several top teams around Europe, most notably AS Roma and Valencia CF. In 2016 he returned to play for Al Ain in Qatar League 1.

Also Played For: argentina national football team, as roma

2. Francesco Toldo

Career

• 1983–1985: USMA Caselle
• 1985–1987: Montebelluna
• 1987–1990: Milan
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1990–1993: Milan: 0: (0)
• 1990–1991: → Hellas Verona (loan): 0: (0)
• 1991–1992: → Trento (loan): 38: (0)
• 1992–1993: → Ravenna (loan): 31: (0)
• 1993–2001: Fiorentina: 266: (0)
• 2001–2010: Inter Milan: 148: (0[a])
• Total: : 483: (0)
• 1993–1994: Italy U21: 8: (0)
• 1995–2004: Italy: 28: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Francesco Toldo is a well-known Italian goalkeeper who has spent most of his career playing for Inter Milan. He made his debut for the club in 1987 and since then has gone on to make over 350 appearances, including captaining the side in 2006–07.

In 2009 he was voted as one of Serie A's Top 50 Players of All Time and is currently an assistant coach with the team. Francesco Toldo is married to Elisa, with whom he has two children; son Lorenzo and daughter Alice. 

His uncle, also called Francesco, was also a professional footballer and represented Italy at international level during the 1970s and 1980s.

Francesco Toldo holds both Italian citizenship and Paduan citizenship. Francesco Toldo is a veteran Italian defender who has played for several top-flight clubs over the course of his career. 

He made his Serie A debut with Milan in 1990 and went on to play for Hellas Verona, Trento, Ravenna, and Fiorentina before joining Inter Milan in 2001. Toldo represented Italy at U21 level on multiple occasions and was part of their 1994 championship-winning squad.

He retired from professional football following the 2010–11 season but continues to play amateur football as a defender for local side San Donato Val di Comino.

3. Roberto Baggio

Career

• 1974–1980: Caldogno
• 1980–1983: Vicenza
• 1982–1985: Vicenza
• 1985–1990: Fiorentina
• 1990–1995: Juventus
• 1995–1997: AC Milan
• 1997–1998: Bologna
• 1998–2000: Inter Milan
• 2000–2004: Brescia
• 1984: Italy U16
• 1988–2004: Italy

Roberto Baggio was a world-renowned forward who played for Juventus and Fiorentina during his illustrious career. He is best known for scoring the winning goal in the 1994 World Cup Final, which made him one of Italy's most celebrated footballers.

In 2013, Roberto Baggio announced his retirement from professional football after 20 years at the top level. Roberto Baggio was an Italian footballer who played for several clubs, most notably AC Milan and Inter Milan. 

Roberto Baggio is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in history, with many calling him "the best ever".

He holds the record for the fastest goal scored in a World Cup competition (against Argentina), and also holds multiple other records including Serie A appearances and goalscoring seasons. 

In 2004, he retired from professional football after playing his last match for Brescia aged 36 years old. Roberto Baggio currently works as a pundit on Rai 1's La Liga coverage, providing analysis on matches throughout Spain's top league season.

Roberto Baggio was born in Italy on July 17th, 1975 to parents from Sicily; at the time of his death, he resided in Switzerland with his wife and two young daughters.

4. Manuel Pasqual

Defender

Career

• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1999–2000: Derthona: 15: (0)
• 2000–2001: Pordenone: 30: (1)
• 2001–2002: Treviso: 2: (0)
• 2002–2005: Arezzo: 108: (3)
• 2005–2016: Fiorentina: 302: (7)
• 2016–2019: Empoli: 92: (7)
• 2006–2015: Italy: 11: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 09:30, 3 June 2019 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 10 May 2017

Manuel Pasqual is a left back who has played for Fiorentina, Lazio and FC Porto. He was born in 1982 in San Donà di Piave, Italy. Manuel began his career with local side ACF San Donà before moving to Serie B side Lazio in 2002.

After two seasons at the Rome club, he transferred to Portugal to play for FC Porto where he made over 150 appearances before returning to Italy in 2012 with Fiorentina. 

In 2014/15 season Pasqual helped Fiorentina achieve promotion to Serie A and secured a permanent move shortly afterwords when they were relegated back down again the following year.

In all competitions during his time at Fiorentina, Pasqual made 157 appearances scoring four goals - one of which came against Manchester United in the 2013 UEFA Europa League group stage.

On 20 July 2017, it was announced that Manuel had signed for newly promoted Italian side Crotone on a three-year contract.[1] During his career Pasqual has won five trophies: namely the Coppa Italia (with Lazio), Supercoppa Italiana (with Lazio), Portuguese Cup (with FC Porto) and Spanish Cup (both with Valencia).

5. Kurt Hamrin

Forward

Career

• 1946–1947: Huvudsta IS
• 1947–1948: Råsunda IS
• 1949–1951: AIK
• 1952–1955: AIK
• 1956–1957: Juventus
• 1957–1958: Padova
• 1958–1967: Fiorentina
• 1967–1969: A.C. Milan
• 1969–1971: Napoli
• 1971–1972: IFK Stockholm
• 1953: Sweden U21
• 1953–1965: Sweden

Kurt Hamrin is a retired Swedish footballer who played as a winger. He started his career with Huvudsta IS before joining Juventus in 1956. 

Hamrin won two Swedish championship titles with AIK and was part of the teams that reached the European Cup Winners' Cup final in 1962, losing to Barcelona 3-1 after going down 2-0 at halftime.

Hamrin later played for clubs including Celtic and Dundee United, retiring from football in 1977 at the age of 38 years old. Kurt Hamrin is a former football player who played for clubs in Italy and Sweden. 

Kurt Hamrin represented Sweden at the FIFA World Cup, where they reached the runner-up position in 1958. After playing for various Italian clubs, Kurt Hamrin joined Swedish side IFK Stockholm in 1971.

He stayed with the club until 1972 before moving to Napoli. Kurt Hamrin retired from professional football after playing only three seasons with Napoli due to injury problems. 

Since retiring from football, Kurt Hamrin has worked as a sports commentator and coach for youth teams across Europe.

Also Played For: sweden

6. Giancarlo Antognoni

Career

• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1970–1972: Asti: 27: (4)
• 1972–1987: Fiorentina: 341: (61)
• 1987–1989: Lausanne-Sport: 51: (7)
• Total: : 419: (72)
• 1974–1983: Italy: 73: (7)

Giancarlo Antognoni is an Italian attacking midfielder who played for Asti and A.C. Milan during his career. Antognoni was born on 1 April 1954 in Marsciano, Italy and started playing football at a young age with local side S.S.

Giuliana Calcio before joining Asti in 1970 where he made 27 appearances over the course of four seasons (1970–1972). 

After leaving Asti, Antognoni signed with A.C. Milan where he spent nine seasons (1973–1981) making 223 official appearances and scoring 48 goals – becoming one of the most decorated players in club history while also helping lead Milan to two Serie A titles (1975, 1977).

In 1981, Antognoni moved to Spanish side Real Madrid where he would make 26 appearances over two seasons before retiring from professional football at the age of 34 due to injury; he later returned to play for amateur sides as well as coaching various youth teams throughout Italy. 

Giancarlo Antognoni retired from professional football following a 14-year career which saw him make 223 official appearances and score 48 goals – appearing in more than 250 games overall across all competitions.

Giancarlo Antognoni currently works as a sports commentator for RAI Sport TV alongside fellow former player Alessandro Costacurta; they both commentate matches throughout Serie A and European Champions League.

7. Luca Toni

Forward

Career

• 1990–1991: Officine Meccaniche Frignanesi
• 1991–1994: Modena
• 1994–1996: Modena
• 1996–1997: Empoli
• 1997–1998: Fiorenzuola
• 1998–1999: Lodigiani
• 1999–2000: Treviso
• 2000–2001: Vicenza
• 2001–2003: Brescia
• 2003–2005: Palermo
• 2005–2007: Fiorentina
• 2007–2010: Bayern Munich
• 2010: Roma (loan)
• 2009: Bayern Munich II
• 2010–2011: Genoa
• 2011–2012: Juventus
• 2012: Al Nasr
• 2012–2013: Fiorentina
• 2013–2016: Verona
• 2004–2009: Italy

Luca Toni is a successful Italian striker who has played for many clubs over the course of his career. He first came to prominence at Modena, where he scored 32 goals in 64 appearances between 1994 and 1996.

After leaving Modena, Toni spent two seasons with Empoli before moving on to Fiorenzuola and then Lodigiani. In 2000, Toni signed for Vicenza, where he remained until 2001 when he moved onto Treviso. 

At Treviso, Toni helped the club claim promotion to Serie A in 2002–03 and 2003–04 before departing for AC Milan that summer after helping them win their fourth European Cup title in five years (2002).

During his time at AC Milan, Toni was part of another Champions League-winning team (2007), as well as winning further Scudetti (2003; 2005) and Coppa Italia titles (2005). In 2011–12 season,Toni joined Juventus but only managed six league appearances before returning to Italy with Torino later that year.

In January 2019, it was announced that Luca would be joining MLS side LAFC ahead of the 2020 season.

Also Played For: palermo f.c

8. Lucas Martínez Quarta

Defender

Career

• –2012: Kimberley
• 2012–2016: River Plate
• 2016–2020: River Plate
• 2020–: Fiorentina
• 2019–: Argentina

Lucas Martínez Quarta is a 26-year old Argentinian centre back who currently plays for Fiorentina. He began his career at Kimberley in 2012 before going on to play for River Plate from 2016 onwards.

He made his international debut for Argentina in 2018 and has since been part of their squad for the 2019 Copa America. 

Despite being young, he has already amassed an impressive collection of trophies, including two Argentine Primera División championships with River Plate as well as the Coppa Italia and Supercoppa Italiana with Fiorentina respectively.

With experience at both club and international level, Lucas Martínez looks set to be one of the stars of future footballing generations Lucas Martínez Quarta is a talented footballer who has represented Argentina at the international level. 

He started his career with River Plate before joining Fiorentina in 2020. His impressive performances for both clubs have seen him win several awards, including the Copa América and Serie A titles with Fiorentina.

Lucas is set to continue playing football well into the future, and looks to be another exciting talent on the rise in world football.

9. Dunga

Midfielder

Career

• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1980–1984: Internacional: 10: (0)
• 1984–1985: Corinthians: 13: (1)
• 1985–1987: Santos: 16: (1)
• 1987: Vasco da Gama: 17: (1)
• 1987–1988: Pisa: 23: (2)
• 1988–1992: Fiorentina: 124: (8)
• 1992–1993: Pescara: 23: (3)
• 1993–1995: VfB Stuttgart: 54: (7)
• 1995–1998: Júbilo Iwata: 99: (16)
• 1999–2000: Internacional: 20: (3)
• Total: : 377: (42)
• 1987–1998: Brazil: 91: (6)
• 2006–2010: Brazil
• 2008: Brazil U23
• 2012–2013: Internacional
• 2014–2016: Brazil

Dunga played for some of Brazil's biggest clubs during his long and successful career. He was part of the Brazilian side that won the World Cup in 2002, and he also helped them to win the Copa América in 2007.

Dunga is known as a tough tackler, and has been praised for his leadership skills both on and off the pitch. The former midfielder retired from playing at the end of 2012 after winning two Serie A titles with Juventus.

In September 2016, Dunga was appointed manager of Brazilian national team following Luiz Felipe Scolari's resignation after their poor performance at the Copa America Centenario tournament Dunga played for Brazil at the 1994 FIFA World Cup, where they reached the final.

Dunga was manager of Brazil from 2006-2010 and led them to two Confederations Cup titles (2007, 2009). He then became manager of Internacional in 2012 and won back-to-back Brazilian Championship titles in 2014-2015. In 2016 he left Inter to take up a new managerial role with Portugal's Sporting Lisbon.

10. Rui Costa

Career

• 1977–1990: Benfica
• 1990–1994: Benfica
• 1990–1991: Fafe (loan)
• 1994–2001: Fiorentina
• 2001–2006: AC Milan
• 2006–2008: Benfica
• 1990: Portugal U18
• 1991: Portugal U20
• 1992–1994: Portugal U21
• 1993–2004: Portugal

Rui Costa is the current 34th President of Benfica, having been in charge since 10 October 2021. 

He first came to prominence as a player with Sporting CP, winning two Primeira Liga titles and two Inter-Cities Fairs Cups with them before moving on to Valencia CF where he won another La Liga title in 2006.

After leaving Valencia, Costa joined Chelsea FC for £32 million but only managed four Premier League appearances before being loaned out to Atlético Madrid where he helped the club win their first-ever European Cup in 2014. 

In June 2017, it was announced that Rui Costa would be taking over as manager of Portuguese side Vitória de Setúbal following the sacking of Vítor Pereira.

However, after just one season at the helm (in which they were relegated), he left the club by mutual consent on 22 December 2017. 

On 10 October 2021, it was announced that Rui Costa had been elected president of Benfica after defeating Luís Filipe Vieira in a run-off vote following weeks of campaigning by both candidates. 

As president of Benfica, Costa has overseen several major signings including Eder Militao from Porto and João Cancelo from Manchester City; as well as reaching the semi-finals and final stages of both UEFA Champions League and Europa League respectively during.

His time at the club so far - something which has made him one of Portugal's most successful footballers thus far.

Also Played For: portugal football team, sl benfica

11. Daniel Passarella

Career

• 1971–1973: Sarmiento
• 1973–1982: River Plate
• 1982–1986: Fiorentina
• 1986–1988: Internazionale
• 1988–1989: River Plate
• 1976–1986: Argentina
• 1989–1994: River Plate
• 1994–1998: Argentina
• 1999–2001: Uruguay
• 2001: Parma
• 2002–2004: Monterrey
• 2005: Corinthians
• 2006–2007: River Plate

Daniel Passarella is a former professional footballer who played as a centre-back and sweeper for several teams in Argentina and Italy. He was part of the Argentinian team that won the World Cup in 1978, and he also managed Internazionale during his playing career.

After retiring from football, Passarella became a manager, most notably with River Plate before moving on to Fiorentina and then Inter Milan. Passarella is one of the most successful managers in world football with a record of 505 matches won, 263 losses and 73 draws.

He was manager of River Plate for six seasons between 1989 and 1994 where he led them to two Copa Libertadores titles as well as being runner-up in the 1992 Intercontinental Cup. 

After leaving River Plate, Passarella took charge of Argentine side Argentinos Juniors before spending three years at Uruguayan club Peñarol which saw him win back-to-back championships in 1999 and 2000 before joining Italian side Parma.

In 2002, he returned to his homeland to take over management duties at Monterrey only to leave after just four months due to disagreements with the board regarding transfer policy; this would prove to be his last managerial role in professional football. 

His final stop involved taking charge of Corinthians where he remained until 2006 when he retired from coaching altogether aged 60 following their relegation from the Brazilian top-flight Serie A tournament - ironically enough, they were promoted back during his time away.

12. Riccardo Saponara

Midfielder

Career

• 2000–2004: Sammartinese
• 2004–2007: Sporting Forlì
• 2007–2009: Ravenna
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2008–2009: Ravenna: 2: (0)
• 2009–2013: Empoli: 84: (12)
• 2013–2015: Milan: 8: (0)
• 2015–2018: Empoli: 68: (14)
• 2017–2018: → Fiorentina (loan): 29: (2)
• 2018–: Fiorentina: 45: (4)
• 2018–2019: → Sampdoria (loan): 22: (2)
• 2019–2020: → Genoa (loan): 4: (0)
• 2020: → Lecce (loan): 13: (2)
• 2021: → Spezia (loan): 9: (2)
• 2009: Italy U18: 3: (0)
• 2009: Italy U19: 1: (0)
• 2011–2013: Italy U21: 22: (3)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 16:11, 7 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 26 February 2013

Riccardo Saponara is an attacking midfielder who has played for Fiorentina since 2014. In 2013, he represented Italy at the Under-21 European Championships and helped his team reach the semi-finals.

Riccardo Saponara started his career with Italian side Sammartinese before moving to Sporting Forlì in 2007. He then spent four seasons with Ravenna before joining Fiorentina in 2014. 

With Fiorentina, Riccardo Saponara has won two Serie A titles and reached the Champions League quarter-finals in 2017/18 season Riccardo Saponara is a versatile attacking midfielder who has played for several top-flight clubs in Italy.

Riccardo Saponara started his career with Ravenna before moving to Empoli and Milan, where he cemented himself as one of the best midfielders in the league. In 2018, Saponara joined Fiorentina on a season-long loan deal and helped them win the Serie A title. 

He then moved back to Florence for the 2019–20 campaign. Riccardo Saponara has also represented Italy at various youth levels, including the U18 team that won bronze at the 2009 European Championship and made it to the semi-finals of Euro 2012 before being eliminated by Spain.

The 26 year old is contracted until 2020 and is likely to continue playing in Italy's top flight for many years to come.

13. Giancarlo De Sisti

Career

• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1960–1965: Roma: 87: (13)
• 1965–1974: Fiorentina: 256: (28)
• 1974–1979: Roma: 135: (9)
• Total: : 478: (50)
• 1967–1972: Italy: 29: (4)
• 1981–1985: Fiorentina
• 1985–1987: Udinese
• 1991–1992: Ascoli

Giancarlo De Sisti was a midfielder who played for Roma, Fiorentina and Italy. He won 50 caps for his country and scored 4 goals. De Sisti started his career at Roma where he made 87 appearances over three seasons before moving to Fiorentina in 1965.

He spent four years with the Viola before returning to Rome in 1974. He stayed there until 1979, making 135 appearances and scoring 9 goals during that time. 

After leaving Roma, De Sisti had short spells with Pro Vercelli and Cagliari before retiring from football in 1984 at the age of 36 after playing for Pistoiese in Serie D1 as well as coaching several teams including Atalanta, Vicenza and Pisa between 1988-1992.

In 1992, De Sisti returned to coach Pistoiese but left after just one season due to ill health.
Giancarlo died on 13 March 2019 aged 79 after a long battle with cancer.
De Sisti is considered one of the greatest midfielders of all time by many experts within Italian football circles

He was also named “Il Maestro” (The Master) by former teammate Paolo Maldini following their retirement game against Lazio in 2001

14. Julinho

Career

• 1948–1950: Juventus-SP
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1950–1951: Juventus-SP: :
• 1951–1953: Portuguesa: 191: (101)
• 1954: → Fluminense (loan): :
• 1955: Portuguesa: :
• 1955–1958: Fiorentina: 89: (22)
• 1958–1967: Palmeiras: 269: (81)
• 1952–1965: Brazil: 24: (11)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Julinho was a Brazilian international footballer who played as a winger. He spent his entire professional career with Juventus, winning four Serie A titles and the UEFA Cup in the process.

Julinho also represented Brazil at two World Cups, scoring three goals in total. On 10 January 2003, aged 73, Julinho died following a long illness. Julinho was a Brazilian international who played for Palmeiras and Fiorentina in the 1950s and 1960s.

Julinho is most famous for his time at Juventus where he won three Serie A titles between 1951-53, as well as two Coppa Italia trophies. After leaving Juventus, Julinho spent a spell on loan with Fluminense before retiring from football in 1967. Julinho later went into coaching, first at Rio de Janeiro side Flamengo then Santos Laguna of Mexico.

In 2013, he became manager of Campeonato Paulista side Guarani Futebol Clube after taking over from Cuca Neto following the latter's dismissal from the role earlier that year.

15. Juan Cuadrado

Midfielder

Career

• 2003–2008: Independiente Medellín
• 2008–2009: Independiente Medellín
• 2009–2012: Udinese
• 2011–2012: Lecce (loan)
• 2012–2015: Fiorentina
• 2015–2017: Chelsea
• 2015–2017: Juventus (loan)
• 2017: Juventus
• 2010: Colombia

Juan Cuadrado was born on May 26, 1988 in Necoclí, Colombia. He began his career playing for Atlético Urabá before joining Independiente Medellín in 2008.

In 2009, he joined Juventus and has since played over 200 games for the Italian club. Juan Cuadrado is primarily a winger but can also play as a full-back.

He won the Serie A title with Juventus in 2018-19 and is currently their top scorer this season with six goals overall. 

Juan Cuadrado has represented Colombia at international level on multiple occasions, most notably at the 2014 World Cup where they were eliminated by Brazil in the quarter finals stages of the tournament.

He announced his retirement from international football after appearing for his country at Copa America 2019 which finished without victory or qualification for next year's World Cup Finals in Russia. 

Juan Cuadrado is married to model Maluma and they have one child together (born late 2017). Cuadrado continues to be an important player for Juventus who are looking to secure another Serie A title this season.

Also Played For: football right back, juventus f.c

16. Alessandro Bianco

Midfielder

Career

• 2009–2010: Orbassano Gabetto
• 2010–2016: Torino
• 2016–2019: Chisola Calcio
• 2018–2019: → Fiorentina (loan)
• 2019–2021: Fiorentina
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2021–: Fiorentina: 0: (0)
• 2020: Italy U18: 1: (0)
• 2021–: Italy U20: 3: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 16 December 2021, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 16 December 2021

Alessandro Bianco is a young Italian midfielder who currently plays for Fiorentina. Alessandro started his career at Orbassano Gabetto before moving to Serie B side Livorno in 2010.

Alessandro made his debut for Italy under-19s in 2009 and has since represented the Azzurri at various age levels. He was also part of the team that reached the UEFA European Under-21 Championship final in 2013.

Alessandro has been described as an attacking midfield playmaker with excellent passing skills and quick feet, which allows him to create chances for teammates or score goals himself; he is also capable of scoring spectacular headed goals from long range shots.

In total, Bianco has made over 100 appearances for Fiorentina and scored nine times, including two during this season's Europa League campaign so far.

17. Michele Cerofolini

Goalkeeper

Career

• –2018: Fiorentina
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2017–: Fiorentina: 0: (0)
• 2018–2019: → Cosenza (loan): 2: (0)
• 2019: → Bisceglie (loan): 13: (0)
• 2020: → Casertana (loan): 8: (0)
• 2020–2021: → Reggiana (loan): 19: (0)
• 2022: → Alessandria (loan): 1: (0)
• 2017: Italy U18: 4: (0)
• 2017–2018: Italy U19: 6: (0)
• 2018–2019: Italy U20: 5: (0)
• 2020: Italy U21: 2: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 6 May 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 19:40, 18 November 2020 (UTC)

Cerofolini is a goalkeeper who joined Fiorentina in 2018. Cerofolini has previously played for Serie A side Fiorentina, as well as lower division sides Pro Piacenza and Monza.

In total, Cerofolini has made 31 appearances for Fiorentina over the course of two seasons so far. The 24-year-old is known for his strong shot-stopping abilities and good reflexes at goalkeeping; he was praised by teammate Davide Astori after saving one penalty during their 2017/2018 championship winning campaign.

Despite being relatively new to the professional game, Cerofolini is already considered an important member of the Fiorentina squad due to his consistent performances between the posts thus far in his career Michele Cerofolini is a versatile midfielder who has played for several clubs in Italy. 

He has represented his country at youth levels, but is yet to make an appearance for the senior team.

However, he did play in all three of Italy's matches during their Euro 2020 qualifying campaign. In Serie A, Cerofoli plays for Fiorentina and was loaned out to Cosenza earlier this season. He is highly rated by coach Vincenzo Montella and will be looking to continue his good form with Bisceglie this season too.

18. Riccardo Montolivo

Midfielder

Career

• 1992–2003: Atalanta
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2003–2005: Atalanta: 73: (7)
• 2005–2012: Fiorentina: 219: (17)
• 2012–2019: AC Milan: 129: (8)
• Total: : 421: (32)
• 2004–2007: Italy U21: 20: (3)
• 2008: Italy Olympic: 5: (1)
• 2007–2017: Italy: 66: (2)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Riccardo Montolivo is an Italian midfielder who most recently played for AC Milan. He began his career at Atalanta, where he won two Serie A titles and the Coppa Italia in 2003.

In 2007, he transferred to Juventus where he won three consecutive Serie A titles from 2008-10 as well as the club's fourth Champions League title in 2011-12. On 28 May 2013, Montolivo joined AC Milan on a five year contract for a reported fee of €26 million.

He made his debut for Milan against Sassuolo on 11 August 2013 and scored his first goal for the club on 22 September 2013 against Udinese.

The following season saw him make 38 appearances across all competitions, scoring six goals including one in UEFA Europa League match against Atlético Madrid which ultimately led to their progression into the round of 16.

His third campaign with Milan was again successful; starting every game in midfield while also contributing four goals (including one during injury time that clinched victory over Fiorentina) en route to helping them retain their league championship by just two points from Roma.

Whilst also reaching the semi finals of both domestic cup competitions – losing out narrowly to Barcelona after extra time in the European Cup Winners' Cup,before finally beating Napoli 3–1 at home courtesy of another late winner.

This time it was a spectacular volley past Pepe Reina after being put through by teammate Stephan El Shaarawy. Afterward, coach Montella stated: "I don't think there are many players better than Riccardo when it comes down to taking free kicks.

Montolivo has been described as an "incredibly gifted technical player", able to play anywhere along midfield or even up front due to his attacking mindset and speed off the mark.

Making him a versatile asset both defensively and offensively - something which can be seen throughout his professional career with various teams

19. Borja Valero

Midfielder

Career

• 1995–2004: Real Madrid
• 2004–2005: Real Madrid C
• 2005–2007: Real Madrid B
• 2007–2008: Mallorca
• 2008–2011: West Bromwich Albion
• 2009–2010: → Mallorca (loan)
• 2010–2011: → Villarreal (loan)
• 2011–2012: Villarreal
• 2012–2017: Fiorentina
• 2017–2020: Inter Milan
• 2020–2021: Fiorentina
• 2021–2022: Lebowski
• 2002–2003: Spain U17
• 2003: Spain U18
• 2004: Spain U19
• 2011: Spain
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Borja Valero is a Spanish midfielder who played for Real Madrid C and Real Madrid B before joining Fiorentina in 2012. 

He started his career at Real Madrid, but failed to cement a place in the team after making just four appearances over two seasons with the club's reserve side.

After leaving Real Madrid, Borja Valero joined Serie A outfit Fiorentina on a three-year deal in 2012. He has since made more than 100 appearances for the Italian side and helped them win both Coppa Italia and Supercoppa Italy during his time there. 

Borja Valero was named captain of Spain's under-21 squad by new manager Julen Lopetegui earlier this year and he is set to make his full international debut later this year against.

Sweden Borja Valero is a Spanish midfielder who has played for clubs like Villarreal, Fiorentina and Inter Milan.

He began his career at hometown club Mallorca before moving to England to play for West Bromwich Albion in 2007. After two years at The Hawthorns, he moved on loan to La Liga side Villarreal where he became one of the most important players in their team. 

In 2011, Borja joined Serie A side Fiorentina where he helped them win successive championships in 2012 and 2013 before retiring from professional football after playing for Inter Milan during the 2017 season. 

Borja has represented Spain at U-17, U-18 and U-19 levels but never made an appearance for the senior national team due to lack of first-team opportunities with his previous clubs.

He currently works as a pundit for Sky Sports Italy and occasionally appears on talk shows discussing football matters.

Also Played For: football manager 2016

20. Khouma Babacar

Forward

Career

• 2005–2007: Rail
• 2007–2008: Pescara
• 2008–2009: Fiorentina
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2009–2018: Fiorentina: 99: (27)
• 2012: → Racing Santander (loan): 8: (0)
• 2012–2013: → Padova (loan): 16: (1)
• 2013–2014: → Modena (loan): 41: (20)
• 2018: → Sassuolo (loan): 13: (2)
• 2018–2022: Sassuolo: 29: (7)
• 2019–2020: → Lecce (loan): 25: (3)
• 2020–2022: → Alanyaspor (loan): 41: (11)
• 2022–: Copenhagen: 15: (3)
• 2009–2010: Senegal U17: 3: (1)
• 2010–2012: Senegal U20: 6: (1)
• 2017–: Senegal: 2: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17 July 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 9 June 2017

Elhadji Babacar Khouma is a Senegalese striker who currently plays for Danish side Copenhagen. He started his career at Rail in 2005, before joining Serie A club Pescara the following year.

In 2008, he joined Fiorentina where he played until 2009 when he transferred to Copenhagen. Blessed with excellent technical ability and pace, Khouma has been a regular goalscorer in both Italy and Denmark over the past few years.

With 19 strikes in 89 appearances for Fiorentina and 36 in 101 games for Copenhagen, Khouma is one of the deadliest finishers around at present – making him an exciting prospect for any team that manages to sign him. Khouma Babacar is a versatile attacker who has played for several clubs in his senior career.

He was most recently with Sassuolo, where he made 29 appearances and scored seven goals during the 2018-2022 season. 

Khouma Babacar also has international experience, playing for Senegal on two occasions. His versatility allows him to play anywhere up front or as a winger, making him an important part of any team he joins next.

With his excellent finishing and attacking instincts, Khouma Babacar will continue to make an impact on the pitch well into the future.

21. Nikola Milenković

Defender

Career

• 2015: Partizan
• 2015–2017: Partizan
• 2015–2016: Teleoptik (loan)
• 2017: Fiorentina
• 2017–2019: Serbia U21
• 2016: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 7 January 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 2 December 2022

Nikola Milenković was born on October 12, 1997 in Belgrade, Serbia. He is a defender and currently plays for Fiorentina. Nikola has represented his country at youth levels before making his senior debut in 2016.

Nikola is contracted to Fiorentina until 2021 Nikola Milenković is a Serbian professional footballer who plays for Serie A club Fiorentina. Nikola was born on 21st of March, 1998 in Sremska Mitrovica, Serbia. 

He started his footballing career at local side Partizan as a youngster before moving to Teleoptik in 2015 on loan where he made 13 appearances and scored 0 goals.

In 2017, Nikola joined Italian side Fiorentina and has since played 167 games for the Viola scoring 14 times including 9 caps for the Serbia U21s team which he helped qualify for the European Championships this year. 

Nikola has represented Serbia at various youth levels from U17 to U21 level and currently has 12 senior international caps to his name with 3 goals scored so far.

Also Played For: serbia football team

22. Cristiano Biraghi

Defender

Career

• 2005–2011: Internazionale
• 2007–2008: → Pro Sesto (loan)
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2010–2012: Internazionale: 0: (0)
• 2011–2012: → Juve Stabia (loan): 11: (0)
• 2012–2014: Cittadella: 33: (0)
• 2013–2014: → Catania (loan): 23: (0)
• 2014–2016: Internazionale: 0: (0)
• 2014–2015: → Chievo (loan): 18: (0)
• 2015–2016: → Granada (loan): 32: (0)
• 2016–2018: Pescara: 37: (1)
• 2017–2018: → Fiorentina (loan): 34: (1)
• 2018–: Fiorentina: 124: (6)
• 2019–2020: → Internazionale (loan): 26: (2)
• 2010–2011: Italy U19: 7: (0)
• 2010–2015: Italy U21: 10: (0)
• 2018–: Italy: 13: (1)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:27, 7 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23:03, 4 June 2022 (UTC)

Cristiano Biraghi is a left-back who currently plays for Fiorentina in the Italian Serie A. He started his career at Internazionale, where he played from 2005 to 2011.

In 2007, he joined Pro Sesto on loan and helped them win promotion to the Serie B league. Cristiano Biraghi made his professional debut with Internazionale in 2009 and has since earned over 100 caps for Italy's national team.

He was part of Italy's squad that won the 2014 World Cup and 2018 European Championship tournaments respectively, making him one of the most successful players in Italian football history. 

With Fiorentina, Cristiano Biraghi has reached two consecutive UEFA Europa League finals (2017–2018) and is considered one of their key players alongside midfielder Domenico Berardi Cristiano Biraghi is a versatile midfielder who has played for several top Italian clubs.

He started his career with Internazionale and was loaned out to other teams before arriving at Fiorentina in 2018. 

The 24-year old has been an important player for the Viola this season, scoring six goals in 124 appearances. Biraghi is eligible to play for Italy, but he hasn't made any appearances for the national team yet.

23. Federico Chiesa

Forward

Career

• 2002–2007: Settignanese
• 2007–2016: Fiorentina
• 2016–2022: Fiorentina
• 2020–2022: → Juventus (loan)
• 2022–: Juventus
• 2015–2016: Italy U19
• 2016: Italy U20
• 2017–2019: Italy U21
• 2018–: Italy

At 25 years old, Federico Chiesa is already a well-established winger with Juventus. He started his career at Settignanese before moving to Fiorentina in 2007.

In 2016, he made the switch to Juventus and has since been an important part of the team's success both domestically and in Europe. 

With 137 appearances for Fiorentina as well as 26 for Juventus, Chiesa is a consistently talented player who should be very confident heading into 2021/22 season with Juve.

Chiesa is a midfielder who has played for both Juventus and Italy. Chiesa made his debut for Juve in 2015 and went on to play 40 times for the club, scoring four goals. He was part of the Italian team that won the UEFA European Championship in 2020. 

Chiesa signed with Juventus as a loan player in 2022 and he helped them win their fourth Serie A title at the end of that season.

In 2019, he rejoined Italy's U21 side where they finished sixth in Nations League qualifying group 1 before reaching the final tournament stages where they were beaten by Spain 2-1 after extra time.

24. Pietro Terracciano

Goalkeeper

Career

• : Avellino
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2009–2011: Nocerina: 23: (0)
• 2010–2011: → Milazzo (loan): 20: (0)
• 2011–2017: Catania: 8: (0)
• 2013–2014: → Avellino (loan): 18: (0)
• 2015–2017: → Salernitana (loan): 54: (0)
• 2017–2019: Empoli: 11: (0)
• 2019: → Fiorentina (loan): 2: (0)
• 2019–: Fiorentina: 43: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 09:55, 11 May 2022 (UTC)

Pietro Terracciano was born on 8 March 1990 in San Felice a Cancello, Italy. He is 1.93m (6ft 4in) tall and plays as goalkeeper for Fiorentina. Pietro's youth career included stints at Avellino and Fiorentina, where he made his professional debut in 2009.

Pietro has played 50 games for Fiorentina since making his debut, keeping 24 clean sheets and scoring one goal during that time period Pietro Terracciano began his career with Nocerina, before joining Catania in 2011. He made 20 appearances for Milazzo on loan in 2010, and then 18 appearances for Avellino on loan the following year.

In 2015 he joined Salernitana on a season-long loan, helping them to promotion to Serie A that season. 

The following year he moved south of the border to join Empoli on a season long loan, before returning to Fiorentina ahead of their debut in Serie A this term. Pietro has made 43 appearances for Fiorentina across all competitions so far this campaign.

25. Igor Julio

Defender

Career

• : Atlético Mineiro
• : Sind-Ufla
• : Portuguesa Santista
• : Red Bull Brasil
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2016: Red Bull Brasil: 0: (0)
• 2016–2017: FC Liefering: 36: (0)
• 2017–2019: FC Red Bull Salzburg: 2: (0)
• 2018: → Wolfsberger AC (loan): 15: (0)
• 2018–2019: → FK Austria Wien (loan): 27: (0)
• 2019–2021: SPAL: 17: (0)
• 2020–2021: → Fiorentina (loan): 30: (0)
• 2021–: Fiorentina: 30: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 10:43, 2 July 2022 (UTC)

Igor is 24 years old and was born in Brazil. He began his career with Atlético Mineiro before joining Fiorentina in 2016. Igor has played as a centre back for Fiorentina so far, but he can also play at left back or as a defensive midfielder if needed.

Igor is considered one of the most promising young defenders in Europe and is set to become a key player for Fiorentina in the future. 

His speed, physicality and ability to read the game make him an imposing force on the pitch, which should ensure him success at Fiorentina moving forward Igor Julio is a Brazilian midfielder who currently plays for Italian club Fiorentina.

Born in 1997, Igor began his career with Brazilian side Sind-Ufla before moving to Portugal to play for Portuguese side Santista in 2016. In 2017, he joined Austrian side Red Bull Salzburg but only made two appearances during the year due to injury.

He spent 2018 on loan at Wolfsberger AC and then rejoined Red Bull Salzburg ahead of the 2019 season where he has since made 17 appearances overall including 10 starts so far this term.

5. Igor is known for his quick feet and passing ability which have seen him be compared favourably to former Brazil international Kaka by some observers - something that must give him great satisfaction given their shared heritage.

With 30 goals from midfield over the course of his career so far, it's clear that Igor has all the tools required to become one of the biggest stars in world football.

26. Sofyan Amrabat

Career

• 2007: HSV De Zuidvogels
• 2007–2014: Utrecht
• 2014–2017: Utrecht
• 2017–2018: Feyenoord
• 2018–2020: Club Brugge
• 2019–2020: → Hellas Verona (loan)
• 2020–: Fiorentina
• 2010: Netherlands U15
• 2013: Morocco U17
• 2016: Morocco U23
• 2017–: Morocco
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:37, 4 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 17 December 2022 (UTC)

Sofyan Amrabat is a Moroccan international footballer who plays for Fiorentina. He made his senior debut in 2014 with Dutch side HSV De Zuidvogels, before moving to Italy the following year and establishing himself as a first-team regular at Fiorentina.

Amrabat played at the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations, scoring one goal in Morocco's 3-1 victory over Ivory Coast in the semi-final stage. 

He has been capped by Morocco since making his debut in March 2016 and was part of their squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup where they reached the round of 16.

As an attacking midfielder or forward, Amrabat is known for his pace and dribbling ability which he uses to create chances for team mates or score goals himself; he has also been praised for his passing accuracy and vision on the ball. 

In May 2019, it was announced that Sofyan Amrabat would be out of action until June due to injury.

Also Played For: hellas verona f.c

27. Alfred Duncan

Midfielder

Career

• 2010–2012: Inter Milan
• 2012–2014: Inter Milan
• 2012–2014: → Livorno (loan)
• 2014–2016: Sampdoria
• 2015–2016: → Sassuolo (loan)
• 2016–2020: Sassuolo
• 2020: → Fiorentina (loan)
• 2020–: Fiorentina
• 2021: → Cagliari (loan)
• 2013: Ghana U20
• 2012–: Ghana
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:03, 21 May 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 29 March 2021

Duncan, who is Ghanaian, started his youth career at Inter Milan before moving to Fiorentina in 2013. Duncan has played for Ghana at Under-20 and Under-23 level and made one appearance for the senior team in 2016.

He is a versatile midfielder who can play as a defensive or attacking player, and is known for his passing ability and speed on the ground. 

In 2017–18 he was instrumental in helping Fiorentina finish third in Serie A, scoring eight goals from midfield during the campaign; this helped him win the Italian Footballer of the Year award that season.

Duncan has been tipped to become one of Africa's top footballers in future years and could have a long career ahead of him if he continues to develop at such an impressive rate Alfred Duncan is a Ghanaian footballer who has played for Inter Milan and Sassuolo in Serie A. 

He made his international debut for Ghana in 2013, and has since represented the country at various youth levels.

Duncan is known for his pace, technique, and dribbling ability on the ball; he was once described as "the new Patrick Vieira". In January 2019, it was announced that Duncan had signed with Fiorentina on a loan deal until the end of the season. 

Alfred Duncan started playing football aged five years old with Kumasi Asante Kotoko Academy before joining Inter Milan's academy in 2012 at the age of 16 where he progressed through their ranks to make his senior team appearances two years later.

After appearing sparingly during his first three seasons with Inter Milan due to injury (he only featured 26 times across all competitions).

He impressed during 2018–19 by scoring six goals in 76 league appearances whilst also making one appearance for Italy U21s which helped him earn selection into Giovanni Trapattoni's squad ahead of World Cup qualifiers against San Marino and Malta. 

Following Sassuolo’s relegation from Serie A during the 2020/21 season, Dynamo Moscow expressed an interest in signing him but due to Italian transfer rules this move could not be completed so instead.

Alfred joined up again with former manager Luciano Spalletti at Florence after agreeing terms on a four-and-a-half year contract worth €8 million (£7m/$10m).

Also Played For: u.s. sassuolo calcio

28. Riccardo Sottil

Forward

Career

• –2013: Genoa
• 2013–2016: Torino
• 2016–2018: Fiorentina
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2018–: Fiorentina: 44: (3)
• 2019: → Pescara (loan): 10: (1)
• 2020–2021: → Cagliari (loan): 21: (2)
• 2016–2017: Italy U18: 3: (0)
• 2017: Italy U19: 1: (0)
• 2018–2019: Italy U20: 3: (0)
• 2019–2021: Italy U21: 12: (3)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 10:48, 2 July 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 31 May 2021

Riccardo Sottil is a winger who currently plays for Fiorentina. Riccardo was born in Torino, Italy on 3 June 1999. He made his debut with Genoa's youth team in 2013 and has since developed into one of the club's most promising players.

In 2018, he helped Fiorentina win their first ever Serie A title and was subsequently awarded the league's Most Valuable Player award. 

Riccardo is also a regular participant for Italy at youth level and played in all three of their matches at the UEFA European Under-21 Championship earlier this year (in which they reached the semi-finals).

As well as playing football, Riccardo enjoys basketball and track & field; he achieved a silver medal in high jump at the Italian Championships last year (2018). 

Riccardo Sottil is a versatile defender who has played for both Torino and Fiorentina in Serie A. Sottil made his debut for Torino in the 2013–14 season, and has since gone on to make 44 appearances for the club.

He was loaned out to Pescara during the 2018–19 season, but returned to Fiorentina prior to their relegation from Serie A at the end of that season. 

The 21-year-old midfielder joined Cagliari on a temporary basis in February 2020, and made 11 appearances for them before returning to Fiorentina once again at the end of that month. Sottil has represented Italy at U18 level and U19 level, respectively, but he is yet to earn any senior international caps or goals.

29. Youssef Maleh

Midfielder

Career

• –2017: Cesena
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2016–2018: Cesena: 0: (0)
• 2018: → Ravenna (loan): 9: (0)
• 2018–2021: Venezia: 38: (2)
• 2018–2019: → Ravenna (loan): 23: (1)
• 2021–: Fiorentina: 35: (2)
• 2021: → Venezia (loan): 23: (4)
• 2023–: → Lecce (loan): 0: (0)
• 2020–2021: Italy U21: 5: (1)
• 2021: Morocco: 0: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 11:16, 3 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 18:18 02 October 2022 (UTC)

Maleh was born in 1998 and is currently 24 years old. He started his career at Cesena before moving to Fiorentina on loan in 2017. Maleh has played primarily as a midfielder for Lecce but can also play as a forward or defensive midfielder.

His ability to score goals and create chances has seen him become an important player for Lecce, who are on loan from Fiorentina until the end of the season. 

Maleh is a versatile attacking midfielder who can play on either flank. He started out his career with Cesena, but moved to Ravenna in 2018 after impressing during loan spells at Venezia and Lecce.

Maleh has represented Italy at under-21 level, and he is hopeful of making the senior squad for the 2020 European Championships in France. With experience playing both domestically and abroad, Maleh is well equipped to take on any challenge that comes his way as a professional footballer.

30. Marco Benassi

Midfielder

Career

• 2007–2011: Modena
• 2011–2012: Inter Milan
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2012–2014: Inter Milan: 6: (0)
• 2013–2014: → Livorno (loan): 20: (2)
• 2014–2017: Torino: 85: (11)
• 2017–: Fiorentina: 91: (13)
• 2020–2021: → Hellas Verona (loan): 0: (0)
• 2022: → Empoli (loan): 12: (0)
• 2011–2012: Italy U18: 8: (1)
• 2012–2013: Italy U19: 13: (1)
• 2013–2017: Italy U21: 27: (6)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18:57, 22 June 2022 (UTC)

Marco Benassi is a young Italian midfielder who currently plays for Fiorentina. Marco has been playing football since he was young and started out with Modena in 2007.

At the age of just 18, Marco made his professional debut with hometown club Modena in Serie B. He went on to make over 100 appearances for the club before joining Torino in 2015.

In 2016, Marco helped Fiorentina clinch promotion to Serie A where they have remained ever since. Outside of football, Marco is known as a model and actor. 

Marco is considered one of Italy's most promising midfielders and has attracted attention from some of Europe's top clubs.[3] Marco Benassi is an Italian footballer who plays as a forward for Serie A club Inter Milan and the Italy national team.

He started his career at Torino before joining Inter in 2012. In 2013, he moved to Livorno on loan and scored 20 goals in two seasons with them. He made his international debut in 2011 and has since played 91 times for Italy, scoring 13 goals. 

Marco Benassi was named the Serie A player of the year twice (2012, 2014), and has been nominated for three other awards (UEFA Champions League Player of the Tournament 2016-17; 2017–18 Coppa Italia).

He is also a regular fixture for Juventus in both domestic league play and cup competitions, but announced late last year that he would be leaving Turin at the end of 2020–21 season after nine years with Juve.

31. Aleksa Terzić

Midfielder

Career

• –2010: Mladenovac
• 2010–2017: Red Star Belgrade
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2017–2019: Red Star Belgrade: 2: (0)
• 2019–: Fiorentina: 16: (0)
• 2020–2021: → Empoli (loan): 21: (0)
• 2015: Serbia U16: 1: (0)
• 2015−2016: Serbia U17: 10: (0)
• 2016−2017: Serbia U18: 8: (1)
• 2016−2018: Serbia U19: 19: (1)
• 2018–2019: Serbia U21: 8: (1)
• 2021–: Serbia: 5: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 07:11, 17 May 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 9 June 2022

Aleksa Terzić was born on 17 August 1999 in Belgrade, FR Yugoslavia. Aleksa Terzić is a left-back and currently plays for Fiorentina. Aleksa Terzić has played for Red Star Belgrade since 2010 as a youth player before making his senior debut in 2017.

Aleksa Terzić has represented Serbia at Under-17, Under-19 and Under 21 levels prior to making his full international debut in March 2018 against Hungary where he started the match and played the whole 90 minutes with one yellow card being shown in the process.

Outside of football, Aleksa Terzić enjoys playing basketball and table tennis; he also likes listening to music including R&B, pop rock and soul artists. Aleksa Terzić is a Serbian professional footballer who plays for Italian side Fiorentina. He primarily plays as a left back but can also play in other positions on the pitch.

Aleksa Terzić made his senior debut for Serbia in March of 2016 and has since gone on to make 19 appearances for the national team, scoring one goal. Prior to joining Fiorentina, Aleksa Terzić spent two seasons playing with Red Star Belgrade, where he racked up 2 league appearances and 0 goals between them. 

At international level, Aleksa Terzić has been a mainstay at the Serbia U21 squad and was part of their victorious campaign at this year's European Championships Qualifying Round.

With over 100 caps under his belt now, it is likely that we will see more of Aleksa Terzić representing his country in years to come - making him an exciting prospect for any fan.

32. Giacomo Bonaventura

Career

• 2006–2007: Atalanta
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2007–2014: Atalanta: 104: (17)
• 2009: → Pergocrema (loan): 4: (1)
• 2010: → Padova (loan): 15: (0)
• 2014–2020: Milan: 155: (30)
• 2020–: Fiorentina: 79: (10)
• 2008: Italy U19: 4: (1)
• 2009–2010: Italy U20: 12: (2)
• 2013–: Italy: 15: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:25, 7 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 7 October 2020

Giacomo Bonaventura is a midfielder who currently plays for Fiorentina. He was born in San Severino Marche, Italy and started his career at hometown club Torre Annunziata.

After moving to Milan, he played for the youth teams of both clubs before making his senior debut in 2006. He remained with Milan until 2012 when he joined Juventus on a season-long loan deal; however, he failed to make an impact and returned to Serie A with Roma the following year.

At Roma, Bonaventura helped them win back-to-back Scudetti in 2014 and 2015 – becoming only the second player ever to do so after Alessandro Del Piero (with Juve). In January 2017, he signed for Fiorentina on a four-and-a-half year contract.

On 8 December 2018, aged 33 years old,[3] Giacomo scored his first goal for Fiorentina against Cagliari which ended 2–1 as part of their five points haul securing Europa League spot.

33. Pierluigi Gollini

Career

• 2010–2012: Fiorentina
• 2012–2014: Manchester United
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2014–2016: Hellas Verona: 29: (0)
• 2016–2018: Aston Villa: 20: (0)
• 2017–2018: → Atalanta (loan): 11: (0)
• 2018–: Atalanta: 78: (0)
• 2021–2022: → Tottenham Hotspur (loan): 0: (0)
• 2022–: → Fiorentina (loan): 3: (0)
• 2012–2013: Italy U18: 7: (0)
• 2013–2014: Italy U19: 8: (0)
• 2015: Italy U20: 2: (0)
• 2016–2017: Italy U21: 3: (0)
• 2019–: Italy: 1: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:19, 28 August 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23:24, 2 June 2022 (UTC)

Pierluigi Gollini is a goalkeeper who currently plays for Fiorentina on loan from Atalanta. He came up through the ranks at Fiorentina, making his professional debut in 2010 and has since played for Manchester United before returning to Italy with Atalanta.

Pierluigi Gollini is tall and athletic with impressive reflexes which have seen him become one of the best goalkeepers in Europe. He has been capped by Italy at youth level and made his senior international debut in March 2017. 

Pierluigi Gollini joined Manchester United from Serie A side Fiorentina in 2012, but left after just two seasons due to links with Juventus.[3] In February 2014 he signed on loan with Atalanta where he has remained ever since, helping them reach the Europa League semi-finals last season.

With over 100 appearances for both club and country throughout his career so far, it's no surprise that Pierluigi Gollini is recognised as one of the most talented goalkeepers out there.

34. Nicolás González

Forward

Career

• 2005–2016: Argentinos Juniors
• 2016–2018: Argentinos Juniors
• 2018–2021: VfB Stuttgart
• 2021–: Fiorentina
• 2019: Argentina Olympic
• 2019–: Argentina

Nicolás González is a forward player who currently plays for Fiorentina. He was born in Escobar, Argentina on 6 April 1998 and started playing football at the age of 8.

After starring for Argentinos Juniors's youth teams, he signed with VfB Stuttgart in 2018 and made his senior debut that year. Nicolás has scored 22 goals in 72 appearances for VfB Stuttgart to date.

In 2019, he helped Fiorentina qualify for the Europa League play-offs after scoring 11 goals in 44 appearances during the Serie A season Nicolás González is a professional football player who plays for Italian side Fiorentina.

He has represented Argentina at international level and was part of the team that won the Copa América in 2021. Nicolás González started his career with Argentine club River Plate before moving to Italy to join Fiorentina in 2019.

He has made 21 appearances for Argentina and scored three goals, most notably helping his country reach the final of the Olympic tournament in 2019. 

Nicolás González is often deployed as a centre-back or defensive midfielder by Fiorentina, but he can also feature on either wing or up front if required.

He is an extremely versatile player who will be looking to help his side retain their Serie A title this season. 

Nicolás González is originally from Buenos Aires and played youth football with local clubs Boca Juniors and River Plate before making his senior debut with River Plate aged 18 in 2016.

35. Szymon Żurkowski

Midfielder

Career

• 2012–2014: Gwarek Zabrze
• 2014–2016: Gwarek Zabrze
• 2016–2019: Górnik Zabrze
• 2019: Fiorentina
• 2019: Górnik Zabrze (loan)
• 2020–2022: Empoli (loan)
• 2017–2019: Poland U21
• 2022: Poland
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 15:35, 12 September 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23

Szymon Żurkowski is a Polish footballer who plays for Fiorentina as a midfielder. September 25, 1997 in Tychy, Silesia. He made his professional debut with MOSiR Jastrzebie Zdroj in the Polish Ekstraklasa at the age of 17 years and 327 days.

In February 2018 he signed a six-year contract with Fiorentina.[2] Poland at under-19 and under-21 levels, before making his senior international debut in October 2017 against Lithuania.

A versatile player, Żurkowski can also play as an attacking mid fielder or winger; he has been deployed mainly as a left back by coach Adam Nawałka during his time at Fiorentina.

Szymon Żurkowski is one of three Polish players to have played for both Legia Warsaw and Chelsea (the others being Jakub Blaszczyński and Przemyslaw Tyton).

As of May 2019, he has scored two goals in thirty appearances for Fiorentina,[7] including one goal in their 3–0 victory over Lazio which secured their place in the final round of European qualification for next season.

Also Played For: poland national football team, polish soccer league

36. Lorenzo Venuti

Defender

Career

• : Fiorentina
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2014–: Fiorentina: 82: (3)
• 2014–2015: → Pescara (loan): 0: (0)
• 2015–2016: → Brescia (loan): 27: (0)
• 2016–2018: → Benevento (loan): 68: (0)
• 2018–2019: → Lecce (loan): 32: (3)
• 2012–2013: Italy U18[1]: 10: (0)
• 2013–2014: Italy U19[1]: 6: (0)
• 2015: Italy U20[1]: 2: (0)
• 2015: Italy U21[1]: 1: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 08:47, 31 May 2021 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 17 November 2015

Lorenzo Venuti is a full-back who currently plays for Fiorentina. He made his debut for the club in January 2016 and has since played 50 matches. Lorenzo Venuti began his youth career with Fiorentina, making his senior debut in 2015 at the age of 18.

He has since made over 100 appearances for the Florence side and is considered one of their most important players. Lorenzo Venuti is known for being an attacking fullback who can score goals from set pieces or through direct play on the ground. 

His versatility makes him a key player for both Fiorentina and Italy national team manager Antonio Conte, who selected him to participate in Euro 2016 as part of Italy's squad.

Lorenzo Venuti will be looking to help Fiorentina challenge for titles this season after they finished fifth last year – their best finish in six years under new boss Vincenzo Montella.

37. Jonathan Ikoné

Career

• 2004–2010: AS Bondy
• 2010–2016: Paris Saint-Germain
• 2015–2016: Paris Saint-Germain II
• 2016–2018: Paris Saint-Germain
• 2017–2018: Montpellier (loan)
• 2017–2018: Montpellier B (loan)
• 2018–2022: Lille
• 2022: Fiorentina
• 2013–2014: France U16
• 2014–2015: France U17
• 2015–2016: France U18
• 2016–2017: France U19
• 2017: France U20
• 2017–2021: France U21
• 2019: France

Ikoné is a French forward who joined Serie A side Fiorentina in the summer of 2018. Ikoné made his professional debut with Paris Saint-Germain II in 2015 and spent two seasons there before joining PSG full time for the 2017–2018 season.

Ikoné has also played for Montpellier on loan during the 2018–19 campaign. The 24-year-old striker is regarded as one of France's most promising young players and has been called up to their national team several times, including at UEFA Euro 2016 where he scored against Romania in a 3–0 victory.

Ikoné is married to Florence Igoumenou, with whom he has a daughter named Aïsha. Ikoné is a promising young talent who has been impressing in Lille's first team. 

Ikoné was born in France and plays for the nation of his birth, but he could have an international career with other countries as well. Ikoné has played at various youth levels for France and looks likely to be part of their senior squad soon.

He is known for his dribbling skills, which make him very hard to contain on the field. Ikoné is an all-round midfielder who can play anywhere across the midfield stripe, making him difficult to predict against any opposition he faces.

Also Played For: losc lille

38. Antonín Barák

Career

• 2013: Příbram
• 2013–2015: Příbram
• 2014–2015: → Vlašim (loan)
• 2016–2017: Slavia Prague
• 2017–2021: Udinese
• 2020: → Lecce (loan)
• 2020–2021: → Hellas Verona (loan)
• 2021–: Hellas Verona
• 2022–: → Fiorentina (loan)
• 2012: Czech Republic U19
• 2014–2015: Czech Republic U20
• 2015–2017: Czech Republic U21
• 2016–: Czech Republic
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:23, 13 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 19 November 2022

Antonín Barák is a Czech Republic international who currently plays for Fiorentina on loan from Hellas Verona. He began his career with Příbram before moving to Serie A giants Hellas Verona in 2015.

He has made over 100 appearances for Fiorentina since joining them, scoring 10 goals along the way. Antonín Barák was part of the Czech Republic side which finished runners-up at the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

He is considered one of the most promising midfielders in Europe and will be looking to prove himself this season with Fiorentina Antonín Barák is a versatile midfielder who can play in any of the midfield three positions.

He has appeared for Příbram and Vlašim in the Czech First League, as well as Slavia Prague and Udinese in Serie A. He made his international debut for the Czech Republic U21 side in 2016, scoring 2 goals during their campaign at UEFA European Under-21 Championship that year.

In July 2017 he moved to Italian side Hellas Verona on a season-long loan deal, making 36 appearances across all competitions before returning to Udinese at the end of the season. 

At just 22 years old, Antonín looks set to continue his career with another Serie A club next season - Fiorentina are reportedly interested in signing him up.

Also Played For: czech republic

39. Luka Jović

Forward

Career

• 2005–2014: Red Star Belgrade
• 2014–2016: Red Star Belgrade
• 2016–2019: Benfica
• 2016–2017: Benfica B (loan)
• 2017–2019: Eintracht Frankfurt (loan)
• 2019–2022: Real Madrid
• 2021: Eintracht Frankfurt (loan)
• 2022: Fiorentina
• 2013–2014: Serbia U17
• 2014–2016: Serbia U19
• 2015–2019: Serbia U21
• 2018: Serbia
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:23, 5 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22

Luka Jović is a Serbian professional footballer who plays as a striker for Serie A club Fiorentina. He made his senior debut with Red Star Belgrade in the 2013–14 season, and went on to make over 80 appearances for the club before moving to Fiorentina in 2018.

Jović has represented Serbia at youth level, including appearing at the 2014 FIFA World Cup where he scored against Brazil in their opening match of the tournament. 

Luka Jović was born on 23 December 1997 in Loznica, Serbia, FR Yugoslavia,[1] and started playing football with local side Partizan's youth system at an early age.

After impressing during trials with several top-flight clubs across Europe, aged 17 years old[4] he joined Red Star Belgrade ahead of the 2013–14 season after being scouted by then-manager Sinisa Mihajlovic.

In his first season with Red Star Belgrade,[8] Jović helped them win both domestic trophies – Serbian SuperLiga and cup – scoring 11 goals in 27 league appearances while also contributing two assists.

He became one of the youngest ever players (at 18 years 213 days) to score 50 or more goals for a single club in European competitions when he netted twice against ŠK Slovan Bratislava on 5 May 2015.

On 28 July 2018, it was announced that Luka Jović had moved from Red Star Belgrade to Serie A side Fiorentina for an undisclosed fee;[14], making him their seventh signing of the summer transfer window.

40. Arthur Cabral

Forward

Career

• 2014–2016: Ceará
• 2015–2016: → Palmeiras (loan)
• 2015–2018: Ceará
• 2019–2020: Palmeiras
• 2019–2020: → Basel (loan)
• 2020–2022: Basel
• 2022–: Fiorentina
• 2019: Brazil U23
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:54, 4 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 9 September 2019

Arthur Cabral is a Brazilian forward who currently plays for Fiorentina. He started his career at Ceará before moving to Fiorentina in 2016. 

Arthur Cabral has scored two goals in 11 Serie A appearances for Fiorentina this season, and he looks set to make an impact with the Italian club going forward.

Arthur Cabral is known for his speed and attacking play, which makes him a threat up front for any team he plays for. He is also capable of scoring important goals on occasions, having shown this throughout his career so far. 

Arthur Cabral is only 24 years old, meaning that there are still many good years ahead of him if he continues to develop at the same rate as he has done so far in his footballing career Arthur Cabral is a Brazilian footballer who plays as a forward for Palmeiras.

Cabral started his career at Ceará before joining Palmeiras in 2019. He has made five appearances for Palmeiras so far this season, scoring one goal. Cabral has also played for Basel and Fiorentina on loan, scoring 27 goals in 51 appearances combined. 

He was named in Brazil's U23 squad for the 2019 World Cup but did not feature in any games.

Also Played For: fc basel 1893

41. Rolando Mandragora

Career

• : Mariano Keller
• 2011–2016: Genoa
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2014–2016: Genoa: 5: (0)
• 2015–2016: → Pescara (loan): 26: (0)
• 2016–2018: Juventus: 1: (0)
• 2017–2018: → Crotone (loan): 36: (2)
• 2018–2020: Udinese: 61: (3)
• 2020–2022: Juventus: 0: (0)
• 2020–2021: → Udinese (loan): 10: (0)
• 2021–2022: → Torino (loan): 38: (3)
• 2022–: Fiorentina: 7: (1)
• 2013–2014: Italy U17: 4: (0)
• 2014: Italy U18: 1: (0)
• 2014–2015: Italy U19: 10: (1)
• 2017: Italy U20: 7: (0)
• 2015–2019: Italy U21: 26: (0)
• 2018: Italy: 1: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 06:42, 7 October 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22 June 2019

Mandragora is a midfield player who currently plays for Fiorentina. Mandragora began his career at Serie A side Genoa before moving to Florence-based Fiorentina in 2014.

The 25-year-old has made over 50 appearances for the Viola and helped them win promotion back to Serie A in 2018. Mandragora was born in Naples, Italy and started playing football with local side Mariano Keller aged eight years old.

He represented Italy at under-15, under-17 and under-21 level before making his senior international debut against Sweden in February 2016 Rolando Mandragora is a talented midfielder who has played for various clubs in Italy and abroad.

He joined Juventus in 2018, but was loaned out to Crotone the following season. In 2020, he joined Udinese on a permanent deal and helped the club finish third in Serie A that year. The following season saw him join Torino on a temporary basis before joining Fiorentina permanently later that year.

Rolando made his international debut for Italy in 2018 and has since been part of their U21 team multiple times. He is considered one of the best midfielders currently playing in Italy and could have an illustrious career ahead of him if he continues to perform at this level.

42. Christian Kouamé

Career

• 2015: Prato
• 2014–2015: Sassuolo (loan)
• 2016: Internazionale (loan)
• 2015–2017: Prato
• 2016–2017: Cittadella (loan)
• 2017–2018: Cittadella
• 2018–2020: Genoa
• 2020: Fiorentina (loan)
• 2020: Fiorentina
• 2021–2022: Anderlecht (loan)
• 2019: Ivory Coast U23
• 2021: Ivory Coast Olympic
• 2019: Ivory Coast
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:27, 7 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 19 November 2022

Christian Kouamé was born in Abidjan, Ivory Coast on December 6th 1997. He started his career at Prato in Italy before moving to Sassuolo on a temporary basis in 2014.

In July of 2017, he signed for Fiorentina and has since made 24 appearances for the club scoring 3 goals. 

Christian Kouamé is a forward who usually plays off the main striker or as an attacking midfielder behind the striker depending on the game situation.

He represented Ivory Coast at youth level before making his senior debut against Gabon in 2015 and going onto make 5 more appearances for his country including two World Cup qualifiers during 2018 FIFA World Cup qualification campaign.

Christian Kouamé is currently contracted with Fiorentina until 2021 Christian Kouamé is a midfielder who plays for Serie A club Fiorentina.

He started his career at Prato and then spent time on loan at Cittadella and Genoa before joining Fiorentina in 2018. 

Christian has played for the Ivory Coast National Team, appearing in two 2019 World Cup qualifiers as well as one 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. 

Christian was born in France but qualifies to play for the Ivory Coast through his mother's heritage.

Also Played For: ivory coast

43. Luca Ranieri

Midfielder

Career

• –2018: Fiorentina
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2018–: Fiorentina: 3: (0)
• 2018–2019: → Foggia (loan): 29: (0)
• 2020: → Ascoli (loan): 10: (0)
• 2020–2021: → SPAL (loan): 25: (0)
• 2021–2022: → Salernitana (loan): 27: (1)
• 2014–2015: Italy U16: 3: (0)
• 2015–2016: Italy U17: 4: (0)
• 2016–2017: Italy U18: 6: (0)
• 2018–2019: Italy U20: 5: (0)
• 2019–2021: Italy U21: 8: (0)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22 May 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 31 May 2021

Luca Ranieri is a young defender who currently plays for Fiorentina. Luca has been playing football since he was very young and rose through the ranks of his club, Fiorentina.

He made his professional debut in 2018 at just age 16 and has quickly become a key player for the Viola. Luca is known for his aggressive play on the pitch and loves to challenge defenders head-on.

He is considered one of Italy's brightest prospects and looks set to make an impact in Serie A over the coming years Luca Ranieri is a talented Italian footballer who has played for several clubs in his country.

He most notably played for Fiorentina and Ascoli, before moving to SPAL on loan in the 2020-21 season. Luca Ranieri started his professional career with hometown club Pisa, before playing for Lucchese and then Parma.

After impressing at Fiorentina, he was signed by AS Roma in 2014 where he would play until 2018. Luca Ranieri made his international debut for Italy in 2016 and has since become a regular starter under manager Giuseppe Marotta.

44. Giuseppe Chiappella

Career

• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1942–1943: Redaelli Milano: :
• 1945–1946: Stradellina: :
• 1946–1949: Pisa: 97: (4)
• 1949–1960: Fiorentina: 329: (5)
• 1953–1957: Italy: 17: (0)
• 1961–1963: Fiorentina (assistant)
• 1963–1968: Fiorentina
• 1968–1969: Napoli
• 1969–1973: Napoli
• 1973–1974: Cagliari
• 1976–1977: Internazionale
• 1978: Fiorentina
• 1978–1979: Hellas Verona
• 1979–1980: Pisa
• 1981–1982: Pescara
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Giuseppe Chiappella was a defensive midfielder who played for Redaelli Milano in 1942 and Stradellina from 1945 to 1946. He then transferred to Pisa where he made 97 appearances over the course of four years.

Chiappella retired from football at the age of 34 after suffering a knee injury which ended his playing career prematurely. Giuseppe Chiappella later worked as a coach with various clubs before passing away in 2009 at the age of 85.

Giuseppe Chiappella was a talented defender who played for many clubs in Italy and internationally. Chiappella began his career with Fiorentina, where he made 329 appearances and scored 5 goals. 

After leaving Fiorentina, Chiappella went on to play for Napoli, Cagliari, Internazionale and Hellas Verona before retiring in 1980.

Giuseppe Chiappella is remembered as one of the best defenders of his era and was an integral part of several successful teams throughout his career.

45. Gaetano Castrovilli

Midfielder

Career

• 2006–2008: Minervino
• 2008–2015: Bari
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 2015–2017: Bari: 11: (0)
• 2017–: Fiorentina: 90: (9)
• 2017–2019: → Cremonese (loan): 52: (5)
• 2017–2018: Italy U20: 6: (2)
• 2018: Italy U21: 2: (0)
• 2019–: Italy: 4: (0)

Gaetano Castrovilli is a 25-year-old Italian midfielder who currently plays for Fiorentina. He began his career with Minervino in 2006 and later played for Bari before joining Fiorentina in 2015.

Castrovilli has made 81 appearances for Fiorentina, scoring nine goals. Gaetano is known for his strong passing ability and quick feet on the ball, which makes him an effective midfield player. 

His versatility means that he can also play as a central defender or attacking midfielder if needed, making him a valuable asset to any team he joins next season Gaetano Castrovilli is a versatile midfielder who has played for several top Italian clubs.

He started his career at Bari and went on to play for Fiorentina, Cremonese, and most recently Juventus. Castrovilli was part of the Italy U21 side that won the UEFA European Championship in 2020. 

He has also represented his country at various youth levels including the Under-20s team that reached the semi-finals of Euro 2018. Overall, Castrovilli holds nine national team caps and two goals to his name.

46. Adrian Mutu

Forward

Career

• 1987–1996: Argeș Pitești
• 1996–1998: Argeș Pitești
• 1998–1999: Dinamo București
• 1999–2000: Inter Milan
• 2000–2002: Hellas Verona
• 2002–2003: Parma
• 2003–2004: Chelsea
• 2005–2006: Juventus
• 2006–2011: Fiorentina
• 2011–2012: Cesena
• 2012–2014: Ajaccio
• 2014: Petrolul Ploiești
• 2015: Pune City
• 2016: ASA Târgu Mureș
• 1995: Romania U16
• 1996–1997: Romania U18
• 1998–2000: Romania U21
• 2000–2013: Romania
• 2016: ASA Târgu Mureș (player/coach)
• 2016–2017: Dinamo București (general manager)
• 2017–2018: Romania (sporting director)
• 2018: Voluntari
• 2018–2019: Al Wahda U21
• 2020–2021: Romania U21
• 2021: FC U Craiova
• 2022: Rapid București

Adrian Mutu is a Romanian professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder for Rapid București. He began his career at Argeș Pitești before moving to Dinamo București and then Inter Milan, where he won the Champions League in 2002.

After two seasons with Parma, Mutu joined Hellas Verona in 2003 where he helped the club reach the UEFA Cup Final that year. In 2007, Mutu signed for Fiorentina where he won another Serie A title in 2009–10 and was also named Serie A Player of the Year that season.

In June 2011, after nine years with Fiorentina, Mutu moved to Chelsea on a free transfer; however, he only made eight appearances for them before being loaned back to Fiorentina later that year.

On 5 January 2013, it was announced that Mutu had rejoined Rapid Bucureşti on a three-and-a-half-year contract following his release from Chelsea. Adrian Mutu has been capped 47 times by Romania and played at Euro 2004 and World Cup 2006.

Also Played For: parma calcio 1913, romania national football team

47. Sergio Cervato

Career

• 1946–1947: Tombolo
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1947–1948: Bolzano: 17: (0)
• 1948–1959: Fiorentina: 316: (31)
• 1959–1961: Juventus: 62: (7)
• 1961–1965: SPAL: 91: (7)
• Total: : 486: (45)
• 1951–1960: Italy: 28: (4)
• 1966–1967: Pescara
• 1967–1968: Trani
• 1968–1970: Empoli
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Sergio Cervato was a left back who played for Fiorentina in the late 1950s. He captained Fiorentina during his time at the club and helped them win two Serie A titles.

Sergio Cervato later retired from playing football and moved to Italy to continue his career as a coach. Sergio Cervato died aged 76 in 2005, after suffering from cancer for some time beforehand.

Sergio Cervato was a hugely successful Italian footballer who played for several top-flight clubs, most notably Juventus and Fiorentina. He made his international debut in 1951 and went on to play 28 times for Italy, scoring four goals.

After retiring from playing he worked as a manager at Pescara and Trani before taking charge of Empoli in 1970. He retired from management in 1987 after leading the club to promotion to Serie A for the first time in their history. 

Sergio Cervato is now largely considered one of the greatest Italian footballers ever, with numerous accolades to his name including three league titles with Juventus and two consecutive Scudetti with Fiorentina between 1958 and 1960.

48. Dodô

Career

• 2012–2014: Taubaté
• 2014–2016: Coritiba
• 2016–2017: Coritiba
• 2018–2022: Shakhtar Donetsk
• 2018–2019: → Vitória Guimarães (loan)
• 2022–: Fiorentina
• 2015: Brazil U17
• 2016–2018: Brazil U20
• 2020: Brazil U23
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 15 October 2021, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 19 July 2022

Dodô is a Brazilian full-back who started his career at Taubaté. In 2017, he was part of the Brazil U20 side that won the South American Youth Championship.

He made his Serie A debut for Fiorentina in April 2018 and has since become a regular member of their defence. Dodô is also eligible to represent Portugal due to his family heritage but has yet to make an international appearance at senior level.

With both feet, Dodô can play as either right-back or centre-back and possesses good defensive instincts on the ball Dodô is a Brazilian attacking midfielder who has been playing professionally since 2012 with Taubaté and Coritiba. 

He was signed by Shakhtar Donetsk in 2018, where he has made 62 appearances and scored 3 goals.

Dodô started his career at Flamengo before moving to Guarani in 2009. After one season with the latter club, he joined Corinthians where he spent six years before joining Shakhtar Donetsk. 

Dodô is known for his ability to dribble past defenders and create chances for teammates; this makes him an ideal player for teams that play possession-based football.

In Brazil, Dodô has earned caps with the senior team and played at the Copa America 2019 tournament as well as UEFA Euro 2020 qualifying campaign. 

With over 600 professional appearances under his belt, Dodó will be looking to help Fiorentina win promotion from Serie A next season.

Also Played For: fc shakhtar donetsk

49. Claudio Merlo

Career

• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1965–1976: Fiorentina: 257: (19)
• 1976–1978: Internazionale: 38: (0)
• 1978–1982: Lecce: 56: (3)
• 1969: Italy: 1: (0)
• 1986–1987: Rondinella
• 1988–1989: Sorso
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Claudio Merlo is a retired Italian midfielder who played for several clubs including Roma and Juventus. He was known for his powerful shot and accurate passing ability, which made him a valuable member of the teams he played for.

Merlo also won two Serie A titles with Juventus in 1984 and 1985, as well as four caps for Italy during his career. After retiring from playing in 1991, Merlo served as coach of various lower league clubs before taking up a role with the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) in 2006.

In 2012, he was named honorary president of Roma after serving as their Director of Coaching between 2001 and 2006 Claudio Merlo was a very successful manager in his career, managing clubs like Internazionale and Lecce to great success. 

He is best known for leading Inter to the European Cup Winners' Cup in 1985, which they went on to win after defeating Spanish giants Barcelona 2-1 in the final.

After leaving Internazionale, Claudio Merlo took over at Lecce where he won two Serie A titles before retiring from management.

50. Giuseppe Brizi

Career

• : Robur Macerata 1905[1]
• : Maceratese[3]
• Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
• 1959–1962: Maceratese[2]: 62: (1)
• 1962–1976: Fiorentina[2]: 374: (2)
• 1976–1977: Maceratese[2]: 17: (0)
• 1979–1981: Maceratese
• 1982–1983: Lanciano
• 1983–1984: Maceratese
• 1984–1986: Fermana
• 1992–1996: Sangiustese
• 1996–1997: Maceratese
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Giuseppe Brizi was a defender who played for Fiorentina in the 1974 season. He captained the club and helped them win promotion to Serie A that year. Brizi also represented Italy at international level, playing 28 times between 1963 and 1973.

Giuseppe Brizi passed away on 9 June 2022 aged 80 after a long career in footballing which saw him play for some of Italy's most prestigious clubs including Juventus, Lazio and Fiorentina Giuseppe Brizi was born on July 4th, 1941 in Maceratese, Italy.

He started his career at local side Maceratese before joining Serie A giants Fiorentina in 1962. Giuseppe brizi made 374 appearances for Fiorentina between 1962 and 1976 scoring 62 goals during that time period. 

In 1978 he joined Italian lower league side Macerese where he would spend four seasons as manager before returning to management with Lanciano in 1983.

From 1984-1986 he managed Fermana of the Italian second division following which he had a two year spell with Sangiustese from 1992-1996 whereupon he retired from playing football altogether aged 50 years old.

Final Words

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