Latte Lath's childhood move

Emmanuel Latte Lath moved from Ivory Coast to Italy at age eight, missing his father but finding new motivation.

“I started to realise when I was on the plane and I saw people different than me, I was a bit scared”

Early football life in Africa

Latte Lath played street football with friends in Ivory Coast, enjoying freedom without pressure.

“It was just funny moments, enjoying football there, and it was quite competitive because it was almost every time finishing in some fights”

Reconnecting with father

Latte Lath reunited with his father in Italy, strengthening their relationship after initial separation.

“When I saw him, it was kind of a new life, new motivation to stay close to my father”

Academy and early success

Latte Lath joined Atalanta's academy in 2015 and scored against Juventus in his third Coppa Italia appearance.

“It's unbelievable, it's unforgettable. The emotion I had there, it's still the same when I'm thinking about it now”

Loan journey across Europe

Latte Lath had eight loans from Atalanta to clubs in Switzerland and Italy's second and third tiers.

Middlesbrough and Michael Carrick

Latte Lath joined Middlesbrough in 2023, where Michael Carrick helped him become a top striker in England's second tier.

“I found a good coach and a good person. It gave me straight away confidence”

Atlanta United signing

Atlanta United paid £17m for Latte Lath, making him the most expensive MLS signing at the time.