Mancini's Italy: Young Talent on the Horizon
Roberto Mancini's second tenure as Italy coach begins with a clear objective: cultivate a young core for sustained success. He's actively bringing in players from diverse backgrounds who are eligible for the national team. Several young prospects, showing strong starts to the season, are reportedly set for immediate inclusion. Here are three such talents.
Alessandro Romano
Born to Swiss-Italian parents, Romano, a product of Roma's academy, has shifted his international allegiance to Italy after representing Switzerland at youth levels. The 20-year-old midfielder is currently on loan at Cagliari, where he has become a regular, appearing six times and scoring once. His strong performances for Cagliari, who have had a remarkable start to the season, make him a compelling option.
Alphadjo Cissè
This 19-year-old Italian youth international, born in Treviso, has already caught the eye of Milan boss Ruben Amorim. Cissè has featured in every match, netting twice in four appearances as an attacking midfielder in Amorim's 3-4-2-1 formation. Amorim's endorsement of Cissè's readiness for an Italy call-up carries significant weight, given the coach's history with developing young players. Already part of the national youth setup, a senior debut seems imminent.
Issa Doumbia
The midfielder, originally from Treviglio, transferred to Sporting from Venezia in the summer. He has quickly established himself in the Portuguese club's midfield, with seven appearances to his name, including one in the Champions League. Mancini has been closely observing the 22-year-old, even traveling to Lisbon to watch him play. A senior cap for the Italy U21 international is a strong possibility.
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