Daniele Quieto Aponte (born 22 October 2005) is a professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for club Cosenza. Born in Italy, he represents Venezuela at youth level.
Early life Quieto was born on 22 October 2005 in Venice, Italy. He is of Venezuelan descent through his mother. He has a brother. He has regarded Brazil international Ronaldinho as his football idol.
Club career As a youth player, Quieto joined the youth academy of hometown club Venezia. In 2019, he joined the youth academy of Serie A side Inter. He played for the club's first team during their summer 2024 pre-season.
On 6 August 2025, Quieto made his first professional move by joining Serie C side Latina on a season-long loan.
On 10 August 2026, Quieto joined Serie C club Cosenza on a permanent basis.
International career Quieto was an Italy youth international. He has played for the Italy under-17, under-18 and the under-19 teams. He made nine appearances for the under-17s, six for the under-18s, and four for the under-19 team.
In January 2025, FIFA approved his request to switch allegiance to Venezuela.
Style of play Quieto mainly operates as a midfielder. He specifically operates as an attacking midfielder. He can also operate as a left-winger and as a second striker. He is right-footed. He has been described as a "classic attacking midfielder, with a stocky build and a lightning-fast dribbling ability in tight spaces... loves to receive the ball and catalyze his team’s offensive play".
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