Ighli Vannucchi

Ighli Vannucchi is an Italian former footballer who played as a midfielder. A player with notable technical ability and vision, he played mainly for mid-table Serie A clubs, as well as in the Serie B.

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Club career

Vannucchi was born in Prato.

Empoli

He joined first Empoli in their 2002-2003 campaign, and returned to the Tuscan side in January 2004 after an unimpressive six-month stay at Palermo. He was the team captain and was considered one of the most representative players of the squad.

Spezia

Vannucchi was released on 1 July 2010 and in October signed by Spezia. On 27 June 2011, he signed a new one-year contract.

International career

Vannucchi has represented Italy at U-21 level, winning the UEFA U-21 Championship in 2000, also representing the Italy U-23 side at the 2000 Summer Olympics.