Armando Bianchi

Armando Bianchi is an Italian former footballer who played as an attacking midfielder. He is a naturalized French citizen.

Career

In 1976, Bianchi signed for Paris Saint-Germain, one of France's most successful clubs, after playing for Rouen in the French second division.
At the age of 29, while playing for French second division side Racing Club de France, he suffered a career-shortening injury.

After football

From 1985 to 1993, Bianchi was player-manager in Roanne and Riorges. He ended his playing days in 1993, and went to work for an insurance company for 12 years. In 2005, Bianchi returned to Roanne Foot, this time as both coach and technical director.

Personal life

Bianchi arrived in France at the age of 5. He became a naturalized citizen at the age of 24.