Marco Verratti

Marco Verratti is an Italian professional footballer, born on November 5, 1992, in Pescara, Italy. He is widely recognized as one of the best midfielders in the world. Verratti began his professional career with Pescara before moving to Paris Saint-Germain in 2012, where he has won multiple titles, including several Ligue 1 championships.

Verratti is known for his exceptional ball control, vision, creativity, and versatility. He has won numerous individual awards and holds multiple records, such as being one of the youngest players to reach 200 appearances in Ligue 1.

Off the field, Verratti is known for his philanthropy, making significant charitable contributions, and inspiring football fans worldwide.

Pescara

• Youth and Early Career: Verratti was born and raised in Pescara and joined Pescara's youth academy. He made his first-team debut for Pescara in 2008.

Paris Saint-Germain

• Rise to Prominence: Verratti signed with Paris Saint-Germain in 2012. Under the guidance of several top managers, he developed into one of the world's best midfielders, winning multiple Ligue 1 titles, and reaching the UEFA Champions League final in 2020.

Italy National Team

• Debut: Made his debut for Italy in 2012.

Achievements:

• UEFA European Championship: Winner in 2020.
• Verratti has made over 40 appearances for the national team and is considered a key player in the team's midfield.

• Position: Primarily a central midfielder, but also excels as a defensive or attacking midfielder.
• Skills: Known for his exceptional ball control, vision, creativity, and versatility. Verratti is celebrated for his precise passing, tenacity, and ability to dictate the tempo of the game.

• Family: Verratti has two children. He is in a relationship with Jessica Aidi.
• Philanthropy: Verratti is involved in various charitable activities and has donated significant sums to children's hospitals, cancer research, and disaster relief efforts.

• Marco Verratti is celebrated not only for his extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for his work ethic, determination, and impact on the sport. His status as an icon extends beyond the pitch, inspiring millions of football fans around the world.

Most Appearances for Paris Saint-Germain:

• Over 300 appearances

Ligue 1 Team of the Year:

• Multiple times

UEFA European Championship:

• Winner in 2020 with Italy

Books

• None available

Websites

• FIFA: Information about Marco Verratti’s international career and achievements. Available at: https://www.fifa.com
• Paris Saint-Germain: Details about Verratti’s career at Paris Saint-Germain. Available at: https://www.psg.fr
• UEFA: Updates and records of Verratti in UEFA competitions. Available at: https://www.uefa.com

Articles

• BBC Sport: Marco Verratti: Career in numbers. Available at: https://www.bbc.com/sport/football
• The Guardian: Marco Verratti’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/football/marco-verratti

Interviews and Documentaries

• Various interviews and features on Marco Verratti, covering different aspects of his career. Available at: https://www.espn.com