Mattia Mannini (born 8 July 2006) is an Italian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Serie A club Roma.
Club career
As a youth player, Mannini joined the youth academy of Spezia. In 2020, he joined the youth academy of Serie A side Roma. On 11 October 2023, he was named by English newspaper The Guardian as one of the best players born in 2006 worldwide. On 14 December 2023, Mannini made his professional debut for Roma, coming on as a substitute for Nicola Zalewski in the 85th minute in a 3–0 UEFA Europa League victory over Sheriff Tiraspol in the group stage.
Style of play
Mannini plays as a midfielder and is right-footed. English newspaper The Guardian wrote in 2023 that he "has played across the midfield and in both full-back spots, but in any position he has shown a talent for both winning possession and progressing it".
Honours
Individual
- UEFA European Under-19 Championship Team of the Tournament: 2024
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