Why Napoli and Inter Want to Sign Arthur Atta
Why Napoli and Inter Want to Sign Arthur Atta Serie A’s top two sides over the past two seasons are both reportedly after the signature of French midfielder Arthur Atta, and it’s no surprise. Atta has turned heads since arriving in Italy in 2024, particularly during this current campaign. Over the last week La Gazzetta Della Sport have reported Napoli’s interest while Tuttomercato reported Inter’s.
So why do Italy’s top clubs, among others, want the former Metz player? The 23-year-old has an intriguing profile, standing at 189cm tall you would assume him to be your typical stocky midfielder; physically imposing but limited technically. Yet, despite his build, his dribbling is perhaps his most admirable quality.
Only Kenan Yildiz completes more successful dribbles Per 90 and Atta also ranks 10th in Serie A for distance carried. His agility and pace is so impressive and unique for a player of his size. What Makes Him So Good?
Modern midfielders are required to be complete, being able to easily switch from defense to attack. Atta is no exception and if anything it is what he thrives on. He can seamlessly slot into a defensive shape, with his sheer size making him incredibly difficult to get past and, when Udinese do win the ball back, his pace and passing range make him a threat on the counter attack.
How dangerous he is on the counter was best demonstrated in the early parts of the season against Inter. A poor Alessandro Bastoni pass led to Udinese regaining possession a few yards before the halfway line, three passes later the ball was in the back of the net. Atta, who was positioned on the left of a 3-4-2-1, quickly reacted to his side winning possession by moving into space.
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