Bruno Zapelli (born 16 May 2002) is a professional footballer currently playing as a midfielder for Brazilian club Athletico Paranaense. Born in Argentina, he is an Italian youth international.
Club career Born in Carlos Paz, Córdoba, Zapelli was spotted at the age of eleven by Spanish side Villarreal while trialling in Rosario. After almost three years in Spain, he returned to Argentina and trialled with Boca Juniors. However, when the club could not provide a place for him to stay, he returned to Córdoba to join Belgrano.
In 2022, Zapelli was subject to a $2,000,000 bid from Italian club Modena, which was rejected by Belgrano.
International career Born in Argentina, Zapelli is of Italian descent and holds both citizenships. He was called up to the Italy U21s in March 2023.
Career statistics
Club
ClubSeasonLeagueNational cupInternationalState leagueTotalDivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsBelgrano2020–21Primera Nacional5000——50202128100——281202236210——372202324100——241Total93410——944Athletico Paranaense2023Série A212———2122024320621011226052025Série B35580—1205552026Série A5000—3181Total93714210127314413Career total1861115210127323817
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