Lauri Ala-Myllymäki

Lauri Elias Ala-Myllymäki (born 4 June 1997) is a Finnish professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder for Ilves. He began his senior club career playing for Ilves, before signing with Venezia in 2021.

Ala-Myllymäki has played for Finland in various youth national teams and is regarded as one of the most promising Finnish players in his age group. He is known as a set-piece specialist.

Club career

Ilves

Ala-Myllymäki debuted on senior level on 15 June 2013 at the age of 16 in the ranks of Ilves in a match against KTP.

Venezia On 5 November 2020, he signed a 3.5-year contract with Italian club Venezia.

On 31 January 2022, Ala-Myllymäki joined Triestina on loan until 30 June 2023.

During his time in Venezia, Ala-Myllymäki suffered a severe knee-injury and was sidelined for several months. He suffered from a knee injury also while with Triestina and played with a bad knee.

Return to Ilves On 24 January 2023, Ala-Myllymäki returned to his former club Ilves on a two-year contract. On 17 October 2024, his deal was extended until the end of 2026.

International career He has represented Finland at international youth levels and he played in 8 out of 10 2019 UEFA European Under-21 Championship qualification matches.

Career statistics

Honours Ilves Finnish Cup: 2019,

Individual Ilves Player of the Year: 2016 Veikkausliiga Player of the Month: June 2019 Veikkausliiga Team of the Year: 2019