Inter talent Pio Esposito ‘similar to Dzeko’

“His main qualities are his desire to improve and his ability to always listen to advice,” Salvatore Esposito continued.

“He’s ready for certain stages. His technical and physical abilities are hard to find elsewhere in Italy.”

The older Esposito brother said the Inter striker is similar to a former Nerazzurri star, Edin Dzeko. But should Pio Esposito stay at Inter in 2025-26 or get more playing time elsewhere?

“He’s there now and I think he must follow his feelings. He’ll surely make the right choice. There is mutual respect with Cristian Chivu and they have shared important moments,” his brother argued.

Another Esposito brother, Sebastiano, 22, has returned to Inter this summer after spending a year on loan at Empoli.

Pio Esposito could not hide his happiness after scoring his first Inter goal last night.

“I can say it’s the most emotional day of my life, in football and in general,” he told reporters.

“When, the day before the game, I realised I would be starting, I imagined so many plays in my dreams. I’ve often dreamed about how my first goal as an Inter player might happen.

Chivu praises Pio Esposito

“I knew the chance would come on the pitch as I’m part of the team with so many champions. It was a physical and balanced game, but in the long run, we came out stronger and deserved to win.”

Even Inter coach Chivu was not short of praise for the 19-year-old striker: “It was an excellent performance as he adapted to a tough context. He rose to the occasion and that’s a reward for his intelligence and hard work. He’s a guy who chose to go and play in a different division,” said the Inter boss.

“He had two great seasons at Spezia, and he has grown and matured significantly. He has great potential and I know he’s aware of that. We still need to keep working with him. I know him well, and I know he’ll keep his feet on the ground.”