AS Roma has a new hope for its future: Niccolò Pisilli, the 21-year-old Roman midfielder who has overtaken Lorenzo Pellegrini as the club's top youth talent. Pisilli, a product of Roma's youth academy, has become a key player under Gian Piero Gasperini, contributing 3 goals and 1 assist in 41 appearances during the 2024-25 season. With the team finishing the 2024-25 season in third place with 73 points, 23 wins, 4 draws, and 11 losses, Pisilli represents the new lifeblood for Roma's future.
Who is Niccolò Pisilli?
Born in Rome on September 23, 2004, Pisilli is a product of Roma's youth academy. He made his first-team debut under José Mourinho in the 2023-24 season and established himself as a regular under Gasperini. His international career is equally promising: he won the U-19 European Championship in 2023 and reached the final of the U-20 World Cup with Italy. In 2024, he also made his debut for the senior national team.
What can Pisilli do?
Pisilli is a dynamic and versatile midfielder, capable of playing as a box-to-box midfielder or a deep-lying playmaker. He excels in ball-carrying and dribbling under pressure, qualities that make him perfect for Gasperini's system. With an average of 0.32 goals+assists per game in Serie A, Pisilli is a player who can make a difference in every area of the pitch.
What is his potential?
If Pisilli continues to develop under Gasperini, he could become a complete player like Nicolò Barella. With a contract until 2029, Pisilli is set to be a cornerstone of Roma for years to come. The team, which ended the season with a five-game winning streak, can rely on him to reach even greater heights.
