Giacomo Bonaventura

Italian footballer and AC Milan midfielder

Giacomo Bonaventura - Italian footballer and AC Milan midfielder
Born

August 22nd, 1989
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Italy

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Started professional career with Atalanta, making over 100 appearances. Played for the Italian national team, contributing to various international matches. Joined AC Milan in 2014, playing a key role in midfield and gaining recognition for versatility. Transferred to Fiorentina in 2020 and continued to compete in Serie A.

Made over 100 appearances for Atalanta

Played for the Italian national team

Contributed to AC Milan during notable seasons

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