Luca Ercolani

Luca Ercolani (born 25 November 1999) is an Italian professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for club Pianese.

Club career Manchester United Having previously been a gymnast in his early years, Ercolani soon turned his attentions to football. He started his youth career with USD Classe, before moving to Ravenna until 2012. After a stint with Rimini, Ercolani moved to Forlì. In July 2016, having been scouted by David Williams a year prior, Ercolani completed a transfer to Premier League club Manchester United. Ercolani did train with the first-team squad on numerous occasions under both José Mourinho and Ole Gunnar Solskjær.

Carpi On 8 January 2021, having previously extended his Manchester United contract until June 2021 in May 2020, Ercolani returned to Italy with Serie C side Carpi; penning terms until June 2022. He made his senior debut on 20 January during an away match against Matelica, as he featured for the full duration of a 1–0 loss at Stadio Helvia Recina.

On 9 April 2022, he was released together with all of his Catania teammates following the club's exclusion from Italian football due to its inability to overcome a number of financial issues.

Fidelis Andria On 28 July 2022, Ercolani joined Fidelis Andria.

Alessandria On 18 August 2023, he reached an agreement with Alessandria on the basis of a one-year contract with an option for a second year.

Foggia On 30 January 2024, Ercolani moved to Foggia.

Pianese On 11 January 2025, he joined Pianese.

International career Ercolani won five caps for Italy at under-20 level, having made his debut in October 2018. He is also capable of playing at full-back.

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