Bruno Galassi has joined the Argentina Under-20 squad as the team begins preparations for the 2027 South American Championship in Colombia.
The midfielder, who was developed in the Real Madrid youth academy, is making his debut with the national team following a previous absence from the South American Games due to injury.
The 1.84-meter tall midfielder, who holds Spanish, Argentine, and Italian nationality, was recently acquired by Lazio. The Italian club paid 4 million euros for half of his rights during the mid-2026 transfer market, securing his services until June 2029. Infobae reported that Galassi is currently training with the Lazio professional squad while preparing for his first experience with Argentina’s youth selections.
Galassi’s footballing background includes stints at Rayo Vallecano until age 12 and later at Getafe, where he served as captain. He was eventually recruited by Real Madrid’s academy at age 16, progressing through the Sub-17, Sub-18, and Sub-19 levels, as well as playing for Real Madrid C. His performances in the Youth League caught the attention of Italian scouts.
Born in Lleida, Spain, to parents with roots in Santa Fe, Galassi spent time in Rosario, Argentina, before returning to Madrid. His father, Eric Bocha Galassi, is a recognized footballer for Club Atlético San Genaro. Regarding his transition to the Spanish capital’s most prominent club, Galassi previously stated, “It was easy to say yes, Real’s facilities are like Disney.”
Under the leadership of Diego Placente, the Argentina Under-20 squad is scheduled to train at the Lionel Andrés Messi training center in Ezeiza through Saturday. This training cycle is designed to prepare the players for the upcoming South American Championship, which runs from January 22 to February 7, 2027, in Colombia.
Galassi had previously been called up for the South American Games held in Rosario, but a recent injury prevented his participation, resulting in his replacement by Lanús player Pedro Javier Pascual. Reflecting on his disciplined approach to the sport and the influence of his family, Galassi said: “In football, my old man was my great teacher, something must have stayed with me from him.”
