Biography
Who is Matteo Darmian?
Early life and beginnings
Matteo Darmian grew up in Legnano, Italy, and spent his early years playing football in the main square in Rescaldina. His father, Giovanni, trained him at the Oratorio team US CARCOR. During his youth development, he frequently played as a central or defensive midfielder before transitioning to other positions on the pitch.
His talent caught the attention of Beniamino Abate, a former goalkeeper who scouted Lombardy for young talent on behalf of AC Milan. In the year 2000, Matteo Darmian joined the youth system at Milan, setting the stage for his professional career in association football.
Club career progression
Matteo Darmian made his senior debut for AC Milan in a Coppa Italia match against Brescia. He later made his Serie A debut in a match against Udinese. Seeking regular playing time, he joined Padova on loan in Serie B, helping the club avoid relegation. He subsequently moved to Palermo and then transferred to Torino, where he played for four seasons and earned a spot in the Serie A Team of the Year.
In July 2015, Matteo Darmian signed for English club Manchester United for a reported fee. During his four years with the team, he won the FA Cup and the UEFA Europa League. He later returned to Italy to play for Parma, Inter, and Bologna, securing further domestic success including the Serie A title.
International career
Matteo Darmian represented his country as a member of the Italy national team. He made his senior debut for the squad in May 2014. Following his debut, he was selected to represent his nation at major international tournaments including the 2014 FIFA World Cup, UEFA Euro 2016, and Euro 2024, wearing the Italian colors on the global stage.
Player physical details
Matteo Darmian stands at a height of 182 centimeters. His physical build as a full-back and wing-back helped him compete at the highest levels of Italian and English club football throughout his professional playing career.
Birthday and age
Matteo Darmian was born on December 2, 1989, which makes Matteo 36 years old today. That birthday falls under the Sagittarius sign. Matteo shares the date with 27 other famous people.
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