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Lorenzo Insigne Quick Info
Height 5 ft 4 in
Weight 64 kg
Date of Birth June 4, 1991
Zodiac Sign Gemini
Spouse Genoveffa Darone

Lorenzo Insigne is an Italian professional soccer player known for being an important component of Napoli‘s team. He first flourished under Rafa Benitez and then, under Maurizio Sarri, he took his game to the next level. He was particularly in super form in the 2016-17 season as he scored 18 goals in 37 matches. His ability to cut in from the left side and curl the shot in the far post makes him a dangerous prospect to defend against. His explosive and entertaining style has even attracted comparison with Napoli‘s legend Diego Maradona.

Born Name

Lorenzo Insigne

Nick Name

Lorenzo Il Magnifico, Italian Messi

Sun Sign

Gemini

Born Place

Frattamaggiore, Naples, Italy

Nationality

Occupation

Professional Soccer Player

Family

Manager

Lorenzo Insigne is represented by Mino Raiola.

Position

Forward, Winger

Shirt Number

34, 24 – SSC Napoli

10, 20, 7 – Italy National Team

Build

Athletic

Height

5 ft 4 in or 162.5 cm

Weight

64 kg or 141 lbs

Girlfriend / Spouse

Lorenzo Insigne has dated –

  1. Genoveffa Darone (2012-Present) – In December 2012, Insigne got married to Genoveffa Darone in a lavish wedding ceremony. They had been dating each other since their teens. In April 2013, she gave birth to their first son, Carmine. They welcomed their 2nd son, Christian, into their family in March 2015.

Race / Ethnicity

White

He has Sicilian ancestry.

Hair Color

Dark Brown (Natural)

He often tends to dye his hair with ‘blonde’ highlights.

Eye Color

Hazel

Sexual Orientation

Straight

Distinctive Features

Short Stature

Brand Endorsements

Lorenzo Insigne has a personal endorsement deal with Adidas. Due to the terms of the deal, he is required to wear Adidas footwear for his professional matches.

Best Known For

His great performances for his hometown club, SSC Napoli. He has scored more than 50 goals in the Italian league for the club and has even managed to win Coppa Italia and Supercoppa Italiana with the club.

First Soccer Match

Strengths

Weaknesses

First Film

In 2013, he made his theatrical film debut in the Italian comedy movie, Colpi di Fortuna.

Lorenzo Insigne Facts

  1. In his teens, he nearly gave up soccer because he was often told by the scouts and youth coaches that although he had talent, he was too short to become a professional player.
  2. When he got a trial at Napoli, he was on the verge to quit soccer. He joined the youth setup of the club in 2006.
  3. In 2010, Napoli agreed to sell Insigne to Lega Pro Prima Divisione club Foggia in a co-ownership deal. At Foggia, he excelled under the tutelage of Czech coach Zdeněk Zeman and scored 19 goals in 33 matches.
  4. In July 2011, Napoli decided to send him on a year deal to Serie B club Pescara. It was Zeman who drove the deal as he decided to partner him with Ciro Immobile. He once again turned great performances under Zeman and scored 18 goals, and recorded 14 assists in the season.
  5. At the end of 2011-12 season, he was declared “Serie B Footballer of the Year”.
  6. In September 2012, he scored his first goal for Napoli in his side’s 3-1 home win against Parma.
  7. In May 2014, he played a key role in his side’s Coppa Italia final win. He scored 2 goals in the first half as his side overcame Fiorentina by 3-1.
  8. In November 2014, he suffered a serious knee ligament injury in a match against Fiorentina. He had to sit for 5 months because of the injury.
  9. In October 2017, he scored 100th goal of his professional career as he helped his side to a 1-0 away win against AS Roma.
  10. In August 2013, he scored his first international goal in his side’s friendly match against Argentina. It was his side’s only goal at Stadio Olimpico as Argentina won with Gonzalo Higuain and Ever Banega finding back of the net.
  11. Visit his official website @ 
  12. Follow him on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Featured Image by Lorenzo Insigne / Instagram