Franck Kessie brought the Atalanta shirt back after ten years, scoring a goal that closed the match against Venezia and confirmed his importance in Maurizio Sarri's new project. The midfielder, who began his career with the Bergamo team and then played for Milan, Barcelona and Al‑Ahli in Saudi Arabia, returned to making an immediate difference on the pitch.
The match against Venezia was the third consecutive in which Kessie was a starter. After two unclear matches against Cagliari and Juventus, Sarri's change of formation seems to have found the right harmony with the player. Kessie's goal, which ended the match with a precise shot, was the last he scored for Milan, as the Rossoneri team won their 19th scudetto. From that moment, four years and 143 days passed before the midfielder returned to Italy, with a year interrupted by a period of uncertainty in Barcelona and a subsequent three-year spell at Al‑Ahli.
Following the result, Sarri praised the player, underlining his "great personality" and the attitude of humility that distinguishes him. The coach stated that Kessie is a "rare" player and that he "must be kept close" within the team. The coach also expressed hope that the player, who was admired ten years ago, can continue to contribute significantly to Atalanta's long-term project.
With this goal, Kessie not only demonstrated that he is ready to play at a high level, but also strengthened Sarri's confidence in his ability to lead the midfield. The Bergamo team now looks to the future, with the hope of consolidating its position in Serie A and exploiting the presence of a talented player like Kessie to achieve new goals.