Lavelli, the talent launched by Chivu who overcame meningitis
The young Nerazzurro has earned space under Chivu: a story of talent, personality and a difficult battle overcome.
Inter have placed the spotlight on Pocho Lavelli, the latest youngster promoted by Cristian Chivu into the first-team pathway. His name is being compared with Pio Esposito because of the trust the Nerazzurro coach is giving to academy talents. It is an investment for the present, but also a clear message for the club’s future.
Behind his nickname and the qualities shown on the pitch lies a particularly powerful personal story: Lavelli overcame meningitis. The illness did not stop his football journey and the youngster now represents one of the most significant stories among the players monitored by Chivu. The coach has especially valued his personality, an essential quality when making the step up to senior football.
Inter’s current run is creating further room for emerging players. The Nerazzurri are coming off wins against Bologna, Shakhtar and Fiorentina, by 3-1, 1-0 and 2-1 respectively. The next fixture is Venezia-Inter on Wednesday, October 28 at 18:30: another opportunity to assess Lavelli’s development within the squad.