Bryan Cristante is an Italian professional footballer who has played as a central midfielder (capable also of playing as a defensive midfielder or attacking midfielder and occasionally as a deep-lying playmaker) for AS Roma and the Italy national team.

• Full name: Bryan Cristante
• Date of birth: 3 March 1995
• Place of birth: San Vito al Tagliamento, Italy
• Nationality: Italian (eligible for Canada through his father but represents Italy)
• Height: around 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in)
• Preferred foot: Right

Club career (highlights)

• Started in the youth system at Padova before joining Benfica's academy.
• Made senior breakthrough with Benfica B and had loan spells (notably at Palermo and Pescara).
• Joined Atalanta (initially on loan, then permanently), where he developed into a versatile and influential midfielder.
• Signed by AS Roma in 2018 (initially on loan with obligation to buy), becoming an important part of Roma's midfield under several managers.

Playing style

• Technically skilled, good passing range and vision, capable of carrying the ball forward and arriving late into the box.
• Strong in aerial duels and physical battles due to his height and frame.
• Versatile tactically — used as a deep-lying playmaker, central midfielder, or attacking option depending on team needs.

International career

• Represented Italy at various youth levels and made his senior debut in 2016.
• Included in Italy squads for competitive fixtures and tournament qualifying campaigns; has scored for the national team.

Notable achievements

• Established himself as a consistent Serie A performer with Atalanta and Roma.
• Regular Italy international selections across multiple years.

The above summarizes Bryan Cristante’s profile and career highlights relevant to his time with Roma and his role as an Italian international.