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The former player analyzes prospects from Champions League sides. Pio Esposito compared to Toni, Liberali hailed as future star despite competition.
Francesco Pio Esposito
ClubInter
PositionPunta centrale
Born2005 · 21 y/o
WhereSerie A
In 203025 y/o
Value (Transfermarkt, Jul 2026)€45M
Market value trend (€M)
2026-042026-07
National team caps
Under 174 (1 gol)
Under 186 (2 gol)
Under 198 (2 gol)
Under 206 (1 gol)
Under 2111 (7 gol)
Senior team9 (5 gol)
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Performance
Pio Esposito's new status: from prospect to Inter's third regular starter
Bergomi acknowledges the growth of the 2005-born player: he is no longer a prospect, but a reliable squad member for Inter and a regular starter for Italy.
News
Nations League, Italy's young talents deliver
Recent international matches showcase a promising generation of defenders and forwards who could shape Italian football's near future.
Editorial
The courage of youth: Italy finds its face again
Baldini's Under-21s rout Poland to reach the Euros, Mancini's Italy is reborn in four games. The common thread is the youngsters.
News
Depaoli backs Esposito: teammates' support at Sampdoria
Fabio Depaoli publicly encouraged Sebastiano Esposito on social media, confirming the positive atmosphere within the Sampdoria dressing room.
News
Mancini builds on youth: Kayode and Pio Esposito among the selected
The national team coach relies on a rising generation of talents. Among the names are Kayode, Romano, Doumbia, Vergara and the Esposito brothers.
Performance
Italy's Emergency Pool: Romano and the Esposito Brothers Ready for Their Chance
Italy's national team turns to young talents to manage squad shortages. Francesco Pio and Sebastiano Esposito prepare for a possible debut, alongside Alessandro Romano.
Performance
Mancini's 23-man squad for Belgium clash: Inacio, Vergara and Esposito brothers left out
The coach has finalized his squad selection for the Belgium match. Four promising youngsters tracked by Italian Next Gen have been left out of the call-up.
News
Esposito called up by Mancini, Lipani joins Under-21
Sassuolo places two young talents in the national setup: Francesco Pio Esposito enters the senior project, while Luca Lipani continues his path with the Under-21 squad.
Transfers
Inter's UEFA squad list confirmed: Esposito and Stankovic in B list, Marello included
Inter has submitted their squad for European competitions. Two Italian talents are placed in the B list, while the young defender finds his place in the official Nerazzurri documentation.
Performance
Serie A matchday 2: Esposito starts again, Casadei sidelined
Francesco Pio Esposito gets another start ahead of Thuram. Setback for Cesare Casadei, who will miss out.
Transfers
City-Inter, Chivu deploys Iddrissou alongside Esposito
Inter Primavera coach Chivu relies on young Italian prospects in the clash against Manchester City. Two emerging Azzurri talents in the spotlight.
Transfers
Inter, Bovio and Esposito close to contract extensions
Two Inter youth prospects are nearing agreement on contract renewals with the Nerazzurri. A sign of continuity in the club's young talent project.
Performance
Pisilli and Esposito lead Italy's youth side: goals and prospects for Mancini
Pisilli, Esposito, Cisse and Romano all score as Italy's youth team wins. Young talents' performances fuel discussions about the next senior national team project.
Notebook
Daily Notebook · August 16, 2026
Pio Esposito heading towards Inter renewal, Marello shines in the Primavera and Vannucchi challenges his Fiorentina with Benevento.
Performance
Traorè: «Camarda will be Italy's starting striker»
The Inter player praises Esposito but sees the young AC Milan prospect as the future of Italy's attack. An assessment that fuels debate over the next generation of Italian offensive talent.
Transfers
Inter, Diouf shines in friendly. Pio Esposito struggles to find rhythm
Inter striker scores twice in friendly against Karlsruher. Young Primavera talent struggles to make an impact.
Notebook
Daily Notebook · July 27, 2026
Transfer movements for Italian talents ahead of 2030: from Esposito at Inter to Fiorentina's defensive dynamics.
Transfers
Esposito set for Inter contract extension until 2031
Francesco Pio Esposito is on course for a contract extension with Inter. A move that strengthens the Nerazzurri's commitment to young talent development.
Performance
Pio Esposito Stars with Five-Goal Display in Friendly
Francesco Pio Esposito steals the show in friendly match with an extraordinary performance: multiple goals using different techniques highlight the offensive completeness of Italy's next generation talent.
Performance
Inter's Preseason Statement: Esposito Shines in 16-0 Rout
Inter begin preseason with a commanding 16-0 victory over SV Aasen. Francesco Pio Esposito leads the way with five goals, while Frattesi, Diouf and Iddrissou each score twice.
Transfers
Inter's Runaway Friendly: Esposito's Five-Goal Haul Signals Promise for Young Talents
Inter thrashes opponents 16-0 in friendly. Francesco Pio Esposito scores five, while Topalovic and Diouf shine on the wing.
Transfers
Inter, Mosconi Joins Training Camp: Learning from Pio Esposito's Path
Defender Mattia Mosconi has joined Inter's training camp, where he is closely observing Francesco Pio Esposito's development. Chivu embodies the model of growth towards international excellence.
News
Mosconi Sets Sights on First Team: Inspired by Pio Esposito
Mattia Mosconi looks to Francesco Pio Esposito as inspiration for his development path. The Italian winger aims to establish himself as a regular in the senior squad.
Transfers
Iddrissou Turns Down Stuttgart: Inter's Potential 'New Pio Esposito'
The young prospect declines the German move. Inter places trust in the 2006-born player as heir to the offensive talent pipeline.
Notebook
Daily Notebook · July 16, 2026
Good news from Milan for young Rossoneri talents, while Inter eyes Iddrissou. Disappointment for Italy's Under 19 on penalties.
Transfers
Inter Target Young Talent: Esposito and Palestra in Focus Amid Market Activity
Inter step up their pursuit of young Italian prospects with Francesco Pio Esposito and Marco Palestra under close observation. Negotiations ongoing with Udinese for creative attacking profiles.
News
Esposito's Future in Focus: Benevento Weighs Options for Young Goalkeeper
Benevento faces a critical decision regarding Francesco Pio Esposito, the young goalkeeper set to inherit from Alessandro Nunziante. A decisive moment for the future of this emerging Serie B talent.
Performance
Esposito Strikes Again: Italy Completes Friendly Double with Greece Victory
Francesco Pio Esposito extends his scoring streak in the Azzurri jersey. Baldini's squad closes the friendly window with a second consecutive victory.
Performance
Italy's U21 Edge Past Greece Behind Esposito's Impact; Reggiani Sees Red
Baldini's Italy U21 secure a narrow victory over Greece, with Pio Esposito proving instrumental in the outcome. A disciplinary setback comes with Reggiani's red card.
News
Pio Esposito's Year in Review: A Season of Growth for Italy's Young Talent
Mediaset Infinity retraces a crucial twelve months for Francesco Pio Esposito, one of Italian football's brightest young prospects. A season review that showcases the development of a talent firmly in the conversation for 2030.
Performance
Pio Esposito, the striker Italy was waiting for: a breakthrough season
From his Inter debut to the Azzurri shirt: the 2005-born forward learned his trade next to Lautaro and Thuram and now leads the queue of Italy's future number nines.