MONZA, ITALY – AUGUST 12: Pio Esposito of FC Internazionale celebrates after scoring their team’s second goal during the Pre-season Friendly match between AC Monza and FC Internazionale at U-Power Stadium on August 12, 2025 in Monza, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images) wrote Tuttosport in announcing the award, and for Esposito, that sentiment rings true.
Pio Esposito earns Vieri comparisons after Italian Golden Boy award
The forward has responded with maturity and determination every time he’s been called upon, earning comparisons to former Italy star Christian Vieri.
Born in 2005, Esposito has risen through Inter’s youth ranks with a mix of strength and composure.
Last season, he exploded at Spezia in Serie B, scoring 17 goals, the most by an Italian player under 20 since 1991, before returning to Inter, where he netted in the Club World Cup before the season even began.
Gattuso has also praised his attitude with the Azzurri: “He fights for every ball like it’s the last. He’s disciplined, humble and eager to learn: the kind of player every coach wants.”
