Andrea Ranocchia is an Italian footballer who plays as a defender for Serie A club Internazionale. Ranocchia has been described as a strong, physical centreback with reliable technique, timing, tactical knowledge and an ability to read the game well. He has predominantly drawn praise for his aerial ability, making him a goal threat from set pieces, and former Inter centreback Marco Materazzi has described Ranocchia as his heir due to his own aerial prowess. Former Inter defensive legend and captain Javier Zanetti has also praised Ranocchia for his leadership, labeling him as a possible future Inter captain. [More at Wikipedia]

February 16th, 1988 in Assisi (Age 36)