Italy’s Euro 2020 journey is continuing into the quarterfinals, and with Roberto Mancini’s side making real noise at the tournament people are beginning to take notice of players they hadn’t previously watched.
Manuel Locatelli fits that build and has quickly become one of the most critical players in the Azzurri’s success through their first four matches this month.
He’s quickly been linked to Serie A giants Juventus and could make a move after a major summer performance for Italy at the European Championships.
Let’s take a closer look at Locatelli and his rise to stardom on one of the biggest competition stages in football.