Sammarco, who previously coached both Hellas Verona's first team and Primavera, believes Cisse's progress is ultimately down to the player himself, despite the support he received during his development in Verona. Cisse has quickly emerged as one of the most intriguing young talents in Italian football, with his performances attracting increasing attention at senior level.
Sammarco, who coached Cisse during his time at Hellas Verona, highlighted the qualities that made him stand out. "Cisse does things that others don't," he explained. "That is what Alpha did. He saw passes and moves much earlier than others, and all of this came with physical strength and technique." Sammarco also praised the contribution of Alberto Aquilani, who worked with Cisse at Catanzaro after already knowing the youngster and pushing for his arrival.
Cisse's ability to anticipate situations on the pitch was already evident during his time in Verona, with his technical quality complemented by an impressive physical presence. Those qualities have now begun to translate onto the biggest stage, with Cisse showing that the talent identified during his formative years can also make an impact in senior football.