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Davide Zappacosta wants to be Chelsea's latest Italian success story: 'I want to make my mark and win some trophies... that would be a dream come true for me'

Davide Zappacosta wants to ensure he is the latest Italian to make his mark at Stamford Bridge by leading Chelsea to honours.

The wing back arrived from Torino on transfer deadline day and has settled in well, scoring his first goal against Qarabag in the Champions League in the Blues 6-0 victory last month.

But he wants to play a part in leading his team to trophies just like the club's string of successful players and managers, including current boss Antonio Conte, have done before him.

Davide Zappacosta wants to be the latest Italian success story at Stamford Bridge
Davide Zappacosta wants to be the latest Italian success story at Stamford Bridge
Antonio Conte has been an instant hit as Chelsea's latest Italian manager, winning the league
Antonio Conte has been an instant hit as Chelsea's latest Italian manager, winning the league
Claudio Ranieri took over as Chelsea boss in 2012 and went on to win the Champions League
Claudio Ranieri took over as Chelsea boss in 2012 and went on to win the Champions League

'I've noticed there is this long tradition [of Italian players at Chelsea],' Zappacosta said in Chelsea's matchday programme ahead of Saturday's game with Manchester City.