History of Fabrizio Romano in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: August 9, 2025

Fabrizio Romano is a prominent Italian sports journalist and social media influencer renowned for his coverage of football transfers. As an independent reporter, he has built a significant following due to his accurate and timely updates on player transfers within the sport. He is particularly famous for his catchphrase "Here we go!", which he uses to signal that a transfer agreement has been finalized and is about to be officially announced. Romano's influence extends across various social media platforms, where he provides news, insights, and updates to a large audience of football enthusiasts.

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February 1993: Fabrizio Romano Born in Naples

In February 1993, Fabrizio Romano was born in Naples, Italy. He later attended Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore in Milan and became a supporter of Watford.

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2009: Career Start

In 2009, Fabrizio Romano began his career in football journalism while in Upper school, writing football news for FcInterNews.it at the age of sixteen.

2011: Breakthrough with Mauro Icardi Information

In 2011, Fabrizio Romano had his breakthrough when he received insider information from an Italian agent in Barcelona about then-Barcelona youth player Mauro Icardi.

2012: Joined Sky Sport Italy

In 2012, Fabrizio Romano joined Sky Sport Italy, establishing connections with clubs, agents, and intermediaries throughout Europe. He also contributes to The Guardian and CBS Sports.

2022: Forbes 30 Under 30 and Globe Soccer Award

In 2022, Fabrizio Romano was featured in the European Forbes 30 Under 30 list for media and marketing. He also received the Best Football Journalist award at the 2022 Globe Soccer Awards.

2023: Best Digital Journalist Award

In 2023, Fabrizio Romano received the Best Digital Journalist award at the Globe Soccer Awards.

February 2024: Report of Paid Mentions

In February 2024, it was reported by Tipsbladet that documentation showed Fabrizio Romano's associated company approached football clubs, including those in Denmark, offering paid mentions on his social media platforms.