Piotr Zieliński

Piotr Zieliński, born on May 20, 1994, is a distinguished Polish professional footballer who currently plays as a midfielder for Serie A club Inter Milan and the Poland national team. Renowned for his versatility, precision passing, dribbling skills, and remarkable endurance, Zieliński is often regarded as one of the greatest Polish footballers in history.

His professional journey began at Udinese in 2012, where he showcased his potential before moving on loan to Empoli in 2014. In 2016, he made a significant transfer to Napoli for a reported fee of sixteen million euros. During his time at Napoli, Zieliński became an integral part of the squad, contributing to the team's success by winning the Coppa Italia and playing a pivotal role in securing the club's first Serie A title in thirty-three years. Over his eight-year tenure with Napoli, he made an impressive three hundred sixty-four official appearances, solidifying his status as one of the club's most consistent and long-serving players.

On the international stage, Zieliński has earned over one hundred caps for Poland since his debut in 2013. He represented his country at several major tournaments, including UEFA Euro 2016, where he helped Poland reach the quarter-finals, and the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. His participation continued with the pan-European UEFA Euro 2020, the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, and the UEFA Euro 2024 in Germany. In recognition of his outstanding performances, he was honored as the Polish Footballer of the Year in 2023.