How Cristian Romero Will Fit Into Gian Piero Gasperini's Atalanta

Atalanta has constantly defied expectations since Gian Piero Gasperini was appointed as its coach in 2016 and La Dea have done so playing entertaining football.

Their attacking philosophy has also exposed some deficiencies in defense though but the Orobici have acquired a defender that could play a crucial part in rectifying those problems.  

22-year-old Argentinian center-back Cristian Romero has arrived from Juventus on a two-year loan deal and he is the type of defender Atalanta needs if it wants to reach the knockout phase of the UEFA Champions League again as well as potentially fight to win its first ever Serie A title.

Romero’s style contrasts greatly with those that are already at La Dea. José Luis Palomino, Rafael Tolói, and Mattia Caldara are known for their ability to play the ball out from the back and contribute with the occasional goal whereas former Genoa defender is a more traditional center-back with a no-nonsense approach to defending.