Serena praises Pio Esposito: “With him, Lautaro can play like Tevez in Conte’s Juve”

Not the goals, but rather the movements and tactical dimension. This is the identikit that Aldo Serena draws of Pio Esposito on the microphones of Repubblica, highlighting the characteristics that make the Nerazzurri striker a valuable asset for different game systems.

“Pio is the ideal striker for the 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1,” says Serena. “He’s excellent at holding the ball in the box and playing it back, or spreading it to the wings, helping wingers and attacking midfielders.”

The analysis goes beyond the formation, opening up a scenario in which Pio Esposito is not necessarily the sole reference point of the offensive department. According to Serena, the young striker can coexist with another forward on the field: “Him in the box and Lautaro just behind, in the position of Tevez in Conte’s Juve.”

A comparison that highlights the versatility of both players and suggests how the presence of Pio Esposito could reshape the team’s attacking options, opening up different tactical solutions compared to the classic fixed center forward.