Federico Macheda

Name:
Federico Macheda

Nick:
"Kiko"

Date of Birth:
22nd August 1991

Place of Birth:
Rome, Italy

Position:
Striker

Career:
2006-07 Lazio
2007-08 Manchester United

Current Club:
Manchester United

Number:
41

A powerful forward with a natural goal scorer’s eye for goal, 'Kiko', as he is known to his team mates, was born in Rome and is regarded as one of the most promising prospects of a generation in his homeland. Macheda Started his career with Lazio, an Italian Professional Sports Club most noted for its football section.

Following his family’s relocation to England, he officially joined as a trainee in Manchester United Club where he quickly moved up the ranks. Macheda signed his first professional contract with Manchester United on his 17th birthday in August 2008. He is most noted for his strength on the ball, positional sense in the box, and clinical finishing.