Vincenzo Montella

'Aeroplanino', the small striker with the arms-out celebration.

Vincenzo Montella is an Italian striker turned coach, nicknamed 'Aeroplanino' for his small size and his celebration of spreading his arms like wings. He is best remembered for his years at Roma and was inducted into the club's Hall of Fame in 2013.

Quick Facts

Born: 18 June 1974
Birthplace: Pomigliano d'Arco, Italy
Height: 1.72 m / 5 ft 8 in
Position: Striker
Current club: Turkey (head coach)
Total caps: 383

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Background

He joined from Sampdoria in 1999 for 50 billion lire. Coach Fabio Capello disliked short forwards, yet Montella was Roma's top scorer in 1999-2000 with 18 goals. When Batistuta arrived he was often used off the bench.

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