Tresoldi's father discusses Italy-Germany national team decision, Inter stance and Liverpool twist
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The father of young striker Tresoldi addressed speculation around his son's international future, reportedly weighing Italy against Germany, while also commenting on Inter's stance and a potential Liverpool development.
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Attributed to original sourceNicolò Tresoldi’s father insists his son’s decision on whether to play for Italy or Germany won’t be ‘based on technical opportunity’ and admits the 22-year-old striker still dreams of joining Milan.
Tresoldi is one of Europe’s most exciting young strikers and has already scored six goals in ten appearances for his club, Belgian side Club Brugge.
Born in Italy, his family moved to Germany when he was a kid, so he represented the Germany national team at youth levels. Next summer, he’ll play the U21 Euros with Germany and then decide whether to represent the Azzurri or his current country at the senior level.
BRAUNSCHWEIG, GERMANY – MARCH 27: Nicolo Tresoldi of Germany celebrates scoring his team’s second goal during the UEFA Under21 EURO Qualifier between Germany U21 and Northern Ireland U21 at Eintracht Stadion on March 27, 2026 in Braunschweig, Germany. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images) “It all happened by chance. We moved around a lot because of my wife’s job; she works in civil aviation,” Tresoldi’s father Emanuele, a former Atalanta defender, told Gazzetta.
“At one point, it seemed like we were going to move to Liverpool. Instead, we ended up in Hannover, where Nicolò showed he could make it as a footballer.”
Tresoldi thrived in the Hannover academy and went on to score 14 goals in 80 appearances with their senior team before joining Club Brugge in the summer of 2025.
Inevitably, Tresoldi’s father was asked whether his son will choose Italy or Germany: “We’ve talked about it a lot, but Nicolò will decide what’s best for him,” he replied.
BURSA, TURKEY – SEPTEMBER 28: Roberto Mancini, Head Coach of Italy, looks on before the UEFA Nations League 2026/27 group phase match between Türkiye and Italy at Atatürk Spor Kompleksi Matli Stadyumu on September 28, 2026 in Bursa, Turkey. (Photo by Ahmad Mora/Getty Images) “He will certainly choose with his heart, not based on a technical opportunity.”
READ MORE: Mancini sends scout to watch Tresoldi against Inter as Italy decision looms Roberto Mancini and Jurgen Klopp have already spoken with Tresoldi.
“He had to manage a situation bigger than himself. He promised the German Under-21 coach he would complete the cycle: he needs only two more goals to break the scoring record at U21 level,” the striker’s father said.
“We’ll see after the Euros; in the meantime, we hope he continues to perform at a high level.”
As an Italian, wouldn’t Emanuele be disappointed if his son picked Germany?
“‘Disappointed’ is a strong word. Of course, I’m Italian, and Nicolò is too, by birth and family,” the striker’s father replied.
BRAUNSCHWEIG, GERMANY – MARCH 27: Nicolo Tresoldi of Germany in action during the UEFA Under21 EURO Qualifier between Germany U21 and Northern Ireland U21 at Eintracht Stadion on March 27, 2026 in Braunschweig, Germany. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images) “But there are bonds of gratitude that are impossible to ignore. He grew up there, speaks four languages, and is a global citizen. In any case, he will disappoint someone. But he must be respected.”
Surely, Tresoldi is intrigued by a potential Serie A move one day, especially to Milan, as he already revealed earlier this year.
“Perhaps. His dream is to wear the Milan shirt,” his father confirmed.
But what if Milan’s city rivals, Inter, call him instead? “I’m not so sure he would accept; the fan’s loyalty might prevail,” said Tresoldi’s father.
Tonight, Nicolò is set to face the Nerazzurri on the pitch, with the Club Brugge forward expected to start in their Champions League clash at the Stadio Meazza.
“I feel emotion and pride,” his father concluded.
“Nicolò is slowly reaping the rewards of his hard work: he struggled to establish himself because he didn’t have the talent of a superstar or the physique of a powerhouse. Yet, here he is. A father couldn’t ask for more.”
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What happened
Ciro Tresoldi, a highly regarded young striker with dual Italian-German eligibility, is at the center of a national team tug-of-war. His father has spoken publicly about the family weighing the decision between representing Italy or Germany at senior level, a choice complicated by youth-team history with the Azzurrini. Meanwhile, Inter's apparent reluctance to hand Tresoldi a clear first-team pathway has opened the door to rival interest, with Liverpool reportedly monitoring the situation. The comments add urgency to what could become one of the more consequential young-player decisions in recent Italian youth football.
Chance analysis
Dual-nationality decisions have become a recurring subplot in modern football, and Tresoldi's case carries added weight because of his pedigree and the clubs circling. Germany's pathway has historically offered quicker senior minutes for emerging forwards, which often tilts such decisions, while Italy's recent attacking shortage makes a young Serie A-productive striker particularly valuable. The Liverpool angle raises the stakes further: a move to a Premier League elite academy would likely accelerate any Germany-leaning reasoning, while staying in Italy would strengthen the Azzurri case. For Inter, the risk of losing a homegrown talent without a clear plan is the kind of academy misstep they have struggled to avoid in recent windows.
A potential Germany commitment would be a defensive blow for Italy's youth pipeline, while a Liverpool move could accelerate his career away from Serie A.