Davide Frattesi, former Sassuolo midfielder, declared that his return to Lazio is like a derby, a match that recalls the past and opens up new perspectives. The young player, born in Reggio Emilia, spent his career between the youth teams of Roma and Sassuolo, before returning to the Giallorossi club where he consolidated his reputation as a "box-to-box" midfielder.
Frattesi was sold by Roma to Sassuolo in 2017 for 5 million euros, after winning the Coppa Italia Primavera and the Super Cup. During his time at Sassuolo he played for both the Primavera and the first team, but never had a permanent role. He then spent two loans, one at Ascoli and one at Empoli in Serie B, before moving to Monza, where he scored eight goals. His career has been characterized by moments of uncertainty and a strong determination to find his place.
The return to Lazio was motivated by the desire for revenge and the belief that he could contribute to the club's success. Frattesi underlined that Sassuolo taught him to become hyper-competitive and not to give up, a quality he intends to bring to the new team. During his time at Sassuolo, he had opportunities to leave the club, but was convinced to stay thanks to the support of Carlo Carnevali.
On the pitch, Frattesi is known for his ability to attack and defend, with a large number of tackles and duels undertaken. He recorded 35 tackles in the opposition area, only behind Nico Paz, and proved that he is a player who doesn't just score, but who fights with intensity. Recent matches against Torino and Parma have highlighted his ability to press and defend strongly, qualities appreciated by coach Rino.
The player expressed his hope of carrying Lazio high on the flagpole, saying he had a dream with the club but without specifying the details. With the new season arriving, Frattesi is ready to demonstrate his value and contribute to Lazio's successes, offering fans a new chapter of determination and passion.