Daily Notebook · September 18, 2026
National team movements and club updates: Under 18 call-ups, probable Serie B lineups, returns from Juve and opportunities for young defenders.
A day rich with updates on Italian talent across various categories and competitions.
Diallo and Varali Two promising Italy Under 18 prospects have received call-ups for a cycle of four test matches: an opportunity for them to showcase themselves at international level. source
Tommaso Rubino Rubino could earn more minutes than Cissé in the Serie B match: a concrete chance for the young talent to prove his worth on the pitch. source
Vincenzo Prisco Benevento regains Prisco in the squad available for the upcoming fixture: the winger returns to Floro Flores' disposal after a period of absence. source
Jeff Ekhator The Juventus winger remains among the club's injured players: the return of the young talent is being monitored alongside that of other unavailable teammates. source
Leonardo Noah Bovio With Stones unavailable, Bovio could get his chance in defence against Roma: a new opportunity looms for the young centre-back with the senior team. source
Michael Kayode The fullback is among the names chosen by Mancini for the National team alongside Doumbia and Ali Zoma: the young defender's positive trend in the Azzurri selection is confirmed. source
Today reveals positive signals for several young talents operating across multiple fronts.