Filippo Romagna

Key strength: Aerial dominance

Defensive anchor

At 28 years old, Filippo Romagna operates in the shadows at US Sassuolo, a club sitting mid-table in 11th position. While the headlines belong to teammates like Armand Laurienté and Andrea Pinamonti—both commanding impressive 75 ratings in attack—Romagna remains the defensive anchor waiting in the wings. Valued at €800,000, the Italian centre-back brings a very specific weapon to the Neroverdi's backline: aerial dominance. With 55 in defending and physical attributes that suggest he can outmuscle most forwards in dead-ball situations, Romagna is the type of squad player every team needs—a reliable defensive presence who understands his role. Though his overall rating of 45 places him on the fringes of the starting XI, his blend of experience and specialized aerial ability makes him a tactical option for those tense final minutes when Sassuolo need to defend a lead. In a team with creative stars up front, someone has to do the dirty work—and Romagna stands ready when called upon.