Player Analysis: Matteo Ricci, Spezia’s Deep-Lying Playmaker
Marco Verratti, Jorginho, and Sandro Tonali have been the Azzurri’s most notable regista over the last couple of years, but the list has expanded with the addition of Matteo Ricci from Spezia. The 26-year-old deep-lying playmaker is the first Spezia player to be called up to the national team in 85 years.