Italy is often said not to be a country for young people: despite the victories of youth national teams in their respective tournaments, players struggle to find space. The Spanish idea of establishing B teams for some Italian clubs is still difficult to import: Castilla and Barça B are solid realities, and although the reception has been positive, the execution remains lukewarm.
The pioneer of this experience was Juventus, establishing Juve Next Gen, a recent participant in the Serie C playoffs: the Bianconeri have done things right, as many players who emerged from this experience have contributed to the success of the first team in Serie A. Let's just think of Soule, who was among the best players in the league despite the relegation with Frosinone. There are also others, like Yildiz and Huisen.
Atalanta started last year, participating in Group A of Serie C, finishing in fifth place and exiting only in the first round of the national playoffs. In the Zingonia laboratory, many great talents have been developed, bringing much success. The U23 team of the Orobici will surely continue this tradition.
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Finally, this year will see the debut of Milan's second team in national championships: the Rossoneri have entrusted the leadership of Milan Future to Daniele Bonera, and they will play in Solbiate Arno. Milan Future did not get off to the best start, as the signing of 32-year-old Samuele Longo was recorded, and the presence of first-team outcasts Origi and Ballo-Toure was announced in the squad: what kind of future are we talking about?
