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Pio Esposito’s Rapid Rise Puts Inter’s 20-Year-Old Striker in Frame for Roma

Chivu’s long-standing trust, reinforced by Gattuso’s public backing, is propelling the youngster into an expanded role for club and country.

Overview

  • He has debuted in Serie A, the Champions League and for Italy within weeks, scoring for both Inter and the Azzurri after a 19-goal loan season at Spezia.
  • Chivu, who has known him since his early teens, has championed his promotion, with reporting that this stance shaped Inter’s market thinking on targets such as Lookman and the Hojlund alternative.
  • His goal against River Plate at the Club World Cup in just his second Inter appearance was a key moment that helped secure his place in the squad.
  • For Saturday in Rome, he is competing with Bonny for a start, with reports noting Thuram’s injury and Lautaro’s late return from international duty as context for selection.
  • One report says he is under contract with Inter until 2030 on about €1 million per year, with expectations of a near-term renegotiation if his trajectory continues.