The former AC Milan midfielder helped his young charge adapt to Italian football with some characteristically heavy hits during their time together at Palermo
Coaches are generally judged solely for what happens on the field. If they lose, they are bad at their jobs. If they win, they are good. But with time a more complete picture may emerge. Certain trainers have the gift of being able to look into the future, understanding that seeds need to be planted in order for the fruits to be reaped later on.
In this story, it was Gennaro Gattuso that laid the groundwork for a young Paulo Dybala, who this year was included in the Goal 50 for the first time.