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Federico Bernardeschi

Federico Bernardeschi is an Italian professional footballer who plays as a winger or attacking midfielder.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Federico Bernardeschi is an Italian professional footballer who plays as a winger or attacking midfielder. He is currently contracted to Bologna, and previously played for Toronto FC in Major League Soccer from 2022 to 2025. He is relevant to Canadian readers because he spent three seasons with Toronto FC and was one of the club's notable designated-player signings.

Club career

Bernardeschi began his senior career in Italy before moving to Juventus in 2017. He joined Toronto FC on 15 July 2022 as a designated player on a four-year contract. He returned to Italy in July 2025 and signed with Bologna on a free transfer.

International career

Bernardeschi has represented Italy at senior international level. He was part of Italy’s national-team setup during the period in which the team won UEFA Euro 2020.

Playing style

He is a left-footed attacking player who is commonly deployed on the right wing. He has also been listed as an attacking midfielder or forward in player profiles.

Personal life

Bernardeschi is married to Veronica Ciardi. Public profiles identify him as Italian and born in Carrara, Tuscany.

Key facts

  • He joined Toronto FC on 15 July 2022 as a designated player on a four-year contract.
  • He returned to Italy in July 2025 and signed with Bologna on a free transfer.
  • Bernardeschi was born in Carrara, Italy, on 16 February 1994.
  • He plays primarily as a right winger, but has also been used in attacking midfield roles.
  • He has been capped by the Italy national team.
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Canadian context

Bernardeschi is relevant to Canadian readers because he spent three seasons with Toronto FC in Major League Soccer and was one of the club’s notable designated-player signings.

Frequently asked questions

Where does Federico Bernardeschi play?
He plays for Bologna in Italy’s Serie A.
How old is Federico Bernardeschi?
He was born on 16 February 1994, making him 32 years old as of 23 July 2026.
Who is Federico Bernardeschi's wife?
His wife is Veronica Ciardi.
What are Bernardeschi's career stats?
Across his career, public stat sites list over 450 senior club appearances and about 80 goals, with 88 appearances and 25 goals for Toronto FC before his move to Bologna.
Did Bernardeschi transfer to Toronto FC?
Yes. He signed with Toronto FC on 15 July 2022 after leaving Juventus, and later left Toronto in 2025 to join Bologna.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Federico_Bernardeschi
    Supports: Club history, Toronto FC signing in 2022, Bologna move in 2025
  2. Transfermarkt — https://www.transfermarkt.us/federico-bernardeschi/profil/spieler/197300
    Supports: Date of birth, age, position, birthplace, current club, contract details
  3. Toronto FC — https://www.torontofc.ca/news/toronto-fc-sign-italian-international-federico-bernardeschi
    Supports: Toronto FC signing, designated-player status, birthdate, position, previous club
  4. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/180956/federico-bernardeschi
    Supports: Current club Bologna, birthdate, nationality, position
  5. Soccerbase — https://www.soccerbase.com/players/player.sd?player_id=68581
    Supports: Age, club, and career statistics including Toronto FC record
  6. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/45630531/federico-bernadeschi-former-juventus-star-leaves-toronto-fc
    Supports: Toronto FC departure, appearances, goals, and assists totals
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