Federico Gatti’s path to Juventus is one of the more unusual in modern Serie A. He played in Italy’s amateur leagues into his twenties, working in construction and as a window fitter, before earning a move to Serie B side Frosinone.
Juventus signed him in 2022 after one outstanding season at Frosinone. He has since become a regular, known for his physicality and aerial ability, and won the Coppa Italia in 2024.
Gatti has been capped by Italy.
Playing style
Gatti is a physical, determined centre-back who is strong in the air and fearless in the tackle. His background in amateur football, where he combined playing with manual work, gave him a resilience and hunger that stand out at a club like Juventus. He is also a threat at set pieces and has scored important goals. His technical game has improved steadily, and he has become a reliable part of the defence. Supporters appreciate his commitment, and his story is often cited as an example of perseverance in modern football.
International career
Gatti made his Italy debut in 2022 after just one season in Serie A, completing a remarkable rise from the amateur leagues to the national team in a few years.
Career in numbers
Across 12 seasons of senior club football, beginning in 2014/15, Gatti has played 322 matches and scored 33 goals for 7 clubs. The 2017/18 season, with 7 goals from 27 matches for Pavarolo, remains his highest tally. His busiest campaign was 2024/25, with 46 appearances. The full season-by-season record is in the Stats section of this profile.