Name: Samuele Ricci

• Full name: Samuele Ricci
• Date of birth: August 21, 2001
• Place of birth: Pontedera, Italy
• Nationality: Italian
• Position: Central midfielder (can also play as deep-lying playmaker)
• Preferred foot: Right

Club career (highlights):

• Empoli FC — Came through Empoli’s youth academy and made his senior debut with Empoli. Became a regular in the first team, known for composure on the ball, passing range, and tactical intelligence in midfield. Played for Empoli in Serie B and in their subsequent return to Serie A.
• Subsequent transfers and loans: after his breakout at Empoli, Ricci attracted interest from several bigger clubs; his career path includes moves following his time at Empoli (loan/transfer activity varied by season).

International career:

• Represented Italy at various youth levels (U17, U19, U21), featuring regularly and often captaining youth teams.
• Received call-ups to the senior Italy squad and has been involved in senior international duty (squad involvement and caps depend on season and selection).

Playing style: A technically gifted central midfielder noted for:

• Excellent short and progressive passing
• Good vision and ability to dictate tempo
• Smart positioning and defensive work-rate for a playmaking midfielder
• Composure under pressure and maturity beyond his years

Notable achievements & remarks:

• Key young prospect from Empoli’s academy; widely regarded as one of Italy’s promising midfield talents of his generation.
• Helped Empoli in campaigns across Serie B and Serie A, earning reputation that led to interest from larger clubs and national team recognition.

Current status: Active professional player. For the most up-to-date club, transfer, and appearance statistics (appearances, goals, assists, loan details), consult the latest club sources, league records, or reputable databases such as Transfermarkt, Soccerway, or the official club website.