Matteo Darmian

Matteo Darmian is an Italian defender born in Legnano on 2 December 1989. He developed in AC Milan’s youth academy after beginning at local club Carcor, and made his senior debut for Milan in the Coppa Italia in 2006. After gaining experience with Palermo, Darmian established himself at Torino, where he spent four seasons and became comfortable at either full-back position. His performances earned selection in the Serie A Team of the Year in 2013–14 and 2014–15. Darmian made his competitive Italy debut at the 2014 World Cup, starting in the 2–1 win over England. Manchester United signed him in 2015, and he later collected the Europa League, FA Cup and League Cup before continuing his career with Parma. He joined Inter in 2020, where Matteo Darmian has provided adaptable cover as a wing-back or right-sided defender while contributing to build-up play.