Torino joins queue for Inter Milan teenager Francesco Pio Esposito

Turin would be the latest Serie A club to join the race for young Inter Milan striker Francesco Pio Esposito.

The 18-year-old is the youngest of three brothers who played among the club's youth ranks. His older brother Salvatore has already left next, while Sebastiano remains on the Nerazzurri's books.

The teenager spent the last campaign on loan at Spezia in what was his first professional experience. He managed to score three goals in Serie B.

His performance was promising enough to attract the interest of several suitors.

According to Sportitalia via FcInterNewsItalian clubs are still lining up for the young striker, with Turin becoming the latest team to be linked with a move for the rising starlet.

The Granata recently appointed Paolo Vanoli as their new manager after parting ways with Ivan Juric.

The Italian tactician should know Esposito having been a coach in Serie B last season. He guided Venezia to promotion at the end of the playoffs.

Nonetheless, Torino will face stiff competition for the young striker's signature.

Inter Milan striker Francesco Pio Esposito lands on Turin shortlist

The striker's list of admirers includes three other Serie A clubs: Cagliari, Lecce and newly promoted Parma.

Additionally, Sampdoria are reportedly ready to offer Francesco Pio another chance in Serie B next season after welcoming his brother. Sebastian on loan this term. The latter is now on the verge of joining Empoli.

Although he is only 18 years old, Esposito already has six caps for Italy U21. He managed to score two goals in quick succession.