Based in the heart of Italy is Bologna FC, a club with a rich history dating back to its formation in 1909. Their faithful fans pride themselves in the picturesque Stadio Renato Dall'Ara, a venue that has stood as a backdrop to the team's pursuits since inception.
Bologna's current squad comprises of 24 players, who have a mean age of 27. These players aren't merely numbers on a board - according to Transfermarkt, the squad's total estimated market worth is a staggering £235 million. Quite a sizable investment by any standards.
Meanwhile, on the competitive front, Bologna have their hands full this season - their endeavours span over four competitions. In Italy's elite Serie A league, the team currently sit comfortably in the 9th position. The Coppa Italia witnessed their resolve, with the side making it as far as the Quarter-Finals. They fell just shy of glory in the Supercoppa, reaching the final. In the prestigious Europa League, the club made it as far as the Knockout Play-offs, an accomplishment, considering the stiff competition present.
By and large, Bologna FC seem to be striking a commendable balance between domestic and international competitiveness. While it's too early in the season to make any sweeping conclusions, one thing that's clear is they're not here just to make up the numbers.
