Nicolo Savona

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League: Premier LeagueTeam: Nottingham ForestNationality: Italy
Positions:RBAge: ~23

Estimated market value (beta)

€1.5m – €11.5m
Confidence: 37%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
Overall x̄(w) = 63 / 100·Confidence 37%

Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration66

Decent burst for a 1.92m defender, although not elite over the first steps. (conf 0.4)

Top speed70

Long-striding and quick enough to recover wide in a back four or five. (conf 0.4)

Agility62

Fair change of direction; his height means he is less nimble than smaller full-backs. (conf 0.35)

Stamina72

Handles the repeated running of a full-back across a Premier League match. (conf 0.4)

Control

First touch62

Secure control in build-up, with a technique shaped by Juventus youth coaching. (conf 0.35)

Dribbling56

Carries the ball when space opens up but is not a one-on-one threat. (conf 0.35)

Ball shielding62

Tall frame helps him protect the ball against pressing wingers. (conf 0.35)

Ball striking54

Competent striker of the ball; scored in Serie A but is not a shooting threat. (conf 0.35)

Distribution

Short passing66

Neat and safe short passes, a product of Juventus's build-up approach. (conf 0.4)

Long passing58

Can switch play on occasion, but not a main progressive passer. (conf 0.35)

Crossing56

Gets to the byline and delivers acceptably, without being a crossing specialist. (conf 0.35)

Vision54

Finds simple options; limited evidence of creative passing range. (conf 0.3)

Chance threat

Finishing40

Occasional goals from set pieces and late runs, but not a regular scorer. (conf 0.35)

Shot selection42

Rarely shoots and generally selects safe options for his role. (conf 0.3)

Off-ball movement56

Gives the side width on the right with sensible support runs. (conf 0.35)

Set-piece shot38

No known free-kick or long-range specialism. (conf 0.3)

Duels

Aerial68

His 1.92m height makes him a strong presence at both ends of the pitch. (conf 0.4)

Ground duels68

Physical and combative, comfortable defending in a wide one-on-one. (conf 0.4)

Defense

Pressing intensity68

Presses with energy and intent, in line with the team's demanding system. (conf 0.4)

Defensive disruption68

Good tackling and interceptions, and the ability to play at centre-back as well. (conf 0.4)

Defensive positioning68

Disciplined positioning developed through Juventus's defensive coaching. (conf 0.4)

Mental

Composure64

Calm for a 23-year-old; played Serie A for Juventus before moving to England. (conf 0.35)

Decision making62

Mostly sound decisions with the ball; still adapting to the Premier League tempo. (conf 0.35)

Work rate72

Industrious and consistent effort in and out of possession. (conf 0.4)

Resilience

Injury reliability55

FotMob lists a knee problem, which makes his current availability uncertain. (conf 0.3)

Outlook

Potential74

Aged 23 with Serie A and Premier League exposure and room to improve. (conf 0.4)

Reputation54

Juventus-trained Italy U21 player who was called up to the senior squad in 2024. (conf 0.4)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

Nicolò Savona is an Italian right-back who can also play in the centre of defence, a tall, physical and disciplined defender. He came through Juventus's academy, played for Juventus Next Gen and made his Serie A debut in August 2024. Nottingham Forest signed him in August 2025, and he works as a right-sided defensive option in the Premier League. He has played for Italy at youth level up to the under-21s and was called up to the senior squad in November 2024.

Made his Serie A debut for Juventus on 19 August 2024.

Called up to Italy's senior squad by Luciano Spalletti in November 2024.

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