Michele Camporese

Italian footballer and defender

Michele Camporese - Italian footballer and defender
Born

May 19th, 1992
33 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Italy

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Played as a defender in professional football, primarily for Fiorentina and other clubs. Camporese began his youth career at Fiorentina, advancing to the senior team where he made his Serie A debut. He later played for clubs such as Vicenza and Pisa in Serie B, contributing to defensive strategies and team performance.

Made Serie A debut with Fiorentina

Played for Vicenza and Pisa in Serie B

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