Claudio Marchisio is a midfielder who plays for Italian side Juventus and the Italian national team. Marchisio joined the Juventus youth academy as a seven year old. He made his first team debut in August 2006, at the age of 20. The following season he was sent on loan to Empoli, with fellow Juve team mates Giovinco and Volpato. At Empoli he gained more experience in Serie A and also played in the UEFA Cup. When Empoli at the end of the season were relegated Marchisio returned to Juventus. Soon after his return he managed to secure his place in Juventus’ starting XI. The following season Marchisio also played his way into the Italian national team.