Daniele Rugani is an Italian professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Serie A club Juventus.
14 Facts About Daniele Rugani
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At age 20, Daniele Rugani was Empoli's star defender during their successful campaign, as he finished the season having made 40 appearances and scoring 2 goals for the club.
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Daniele Rugani was a key player for Empoli that season, appearing in all 38 of Empoli's league matches that season without being substituted or booked, in addition to scoring 3 goals, as the club finished the league in 15th place.
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On 14 December, Daniele Rugani extended his stay at Juventus, signing a new contract that would run until 2021.
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On 30 March 2019, Daniele Rugani extended his contract with Juventus, keeping him at the club until June 2023.
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On 1 February 2021, Daniele Rugani joined Cagliari on a six-month loan.
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Daniele Rugani has represented Italy at various youth levels since 2010.
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On 31 May 2016, Daniele Rugani was named one of three reserves for Antonio Conte's senior side for Euro 2016.
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Daniele Rugani is a tall, tactically versatile, and physically strong centre-back, who is good in the air, both defensively and offensively.
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Daniele Rugani is known in particular for his anticipation, intelligence, and marking ability, despite his lack of notable pace or mobility.
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Daniele Rugani is considered to be a correct player, who often avoids committing to challenges, preferring to restrict his opponents through his positioning.
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Daniele Rugani has been in a relationship with Italian journalist Michela Persico since 2015; the couple have a son together born in September 2020.
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On 11 March 2020, it was announced that Daniele Rugani tested positive for COVID-19, while being asymptomatic, amid its pandemic in Italy.
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Daniele Rugani became the first reported player in Serie A to have tested positive for COVID-19.