Sometimes, age is truly just a number in football. We`ve seen players return to Italy either to gracefully conclude their careers or to continue making a significant impact. Now, the spotlight is on Immobile and the Bosnian forward (Dzeko) to demonstrate they still possess the quality and determination to contribute at the highest level.
Never count them out. These are seasoned veterans returning to the demanding Serie A stage, ready to prove their worth once again. They bring with them not just physical prowess but also invaluable experience and tactical intelligence gathered over years at the top. Their common ambition? To be difference-makers. At 39 years and 3 months old, Edin Dzeko`s signing with Fiorentina makes him the oldest outfield player to ever return to Italy`s top flight. Following closely is Ciro Immobile, recently acquired by Bologna. This esteemed list of returning veterans also includes notable figures such as Alexis Sanchez, Bruno Alves, and Luca Toni. Below are the ten oldest outfield players (excluding goalkeepers and players returning from loan spells) who have made their comeback to Serie A:
- The Great Returns (List Introduction)
- Felipe Melo (34 years)
- Oliver Bierhoff (34 years and 3 months)
- Georges Grun (34 years and 5 months)
- Roberto Donadoni (34 years and 6 months)
- Alexis Sanchez (34 years and 8 months)
- Luca Toni (35 years and 3 months)
- Ciro Immobile (35 years and 4 months)
- Tomas Danilevicius (35 years and 11 months)
- Bruno Alves (36 years and 7 months)
- Edin Dzeko (39 years and 3 months)
