2. Riccardo Saponara – AC Milan – 21 years old
The former Empoli star is set to prove that the trequartista role is alive and well this season, with Milan vice-president Adriano Galliani suggesting that the Rossoneri will revert back to a 4-3-1-2 formation in light of Saponara’s arrival.
While Keisuke Honda continues to be linked with a move to Milan, it is unlikely he will arrive until January which gives this talented youngster the first half of the season to impress, and many believe that he will not disappoint.
He helped lead Empoli to promotion from Serie B last year with 11 goals and 14 assists, with Galliani revealing he reminded him of Brazilian ace Kaka in the way he is able to glide beyond players with ease and both create and score goals.
Saponara will be desperate to impress this year, but he undoubtedly has the ability to shine in Serie A.
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