Nicolas Viola

Benito Nicolas Viola (born 12 October 1989) is an Italian footballer who plays as a midfielder for club Ravenna. He is the older brother of fellow footballer Alessio Viola.

Career Reggina Viola was born in Oppido Mamertina, in the same province of Reggina Calcio. Viola made his Serie A debut for Reggina on 11 January 2009 against S.S. Lazio. He also played twice at 2008–09 Coppa Italia.

Palermo On 30 January 2012, Palermo announced to have purchased Viola from Reggina in a co-ownership agreement with the club, for €1.8 million in a -year contract. The player would stay on loan at Reggina until the end of the 2011–12 Serie B season.

Ternana On 1 July 2013, Ternana acquired Viola from Reggina, with Palermo retained the 50% registration rights. In June 2015 the co-ownership deal expired, as Ternana did not purchase him from Palermo. However, Palermo also released Viola for free.

Novara On 2 August 2015, Viola was signed by Novara Calcio.

Benevento On 31 January 2017, Viola was signed by Benevento in a -year contract.

Bologna On 20 October 2021, he signed with Bologna.

Cagliari On 2 July 2022, Viola joined Cagliari on a two-year contract.

Ravenna On 26 November 2025, Viola signed with Ravenna playing in Serie C.

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