Andrea La Mantia

• Full name: Andrea La Mantia
• Date of birth: 18 September 1991
• Place of birth: Galatina, Italy
• Nationality: Italian
• Position: Forward (striker)

Career overview:

• Andrea La Mantia is an Italian striker who came through youth systems including Bari and Vigor Trani before starting his senior career.
• He spent significant portions of his career playing in Serie B and Serie C, known for good movement in the box and an eye for goal.
• La Mantia had spells at clubs such as Varese, Frosinone, Pro Vercelli, and Venezia, among others.
• He joined Empoli on loan from Venezia for the 2019–2020 season, contributing as a forward option in their squad during that period.
• After Empoli, he continued his career with further moves — notable later spells include returning to Venezia and playing for other Italian clubs in Serie B and Serie A campaigns.

Notable traits and style:

• Traditional center-forward who operates well in the penalty area.
• Known for aerial ability, positional awareness, and finishing from close range.
• Useful as a target man and to occupy defenders, creating space for teammates.

Statistics (high-level):

• Throughout his career in Italian professional leagues, La Mantia has amassed a steady goalscoring record in Serie B with double-digit seasons and contributed in cup competitions.
• Specific season-by-season figures vary by club and competition; for exact numbers (appearances, goals, assists) refer to official club records or competition databases for the relevant seasons.

Honors & achievements:

• Played key roles in promotion campaigns and important league matches for clubs in Serie B and Serie C; while not decorated with major international honors, he is respected for consistent performances at club level.

Current status: Active professional (status may change with transfers — for the latest club affiliation and squad number, consult the club's official site or recent transfer updates).