 A fast and powerful forward, with a good touch, he is considered to be one of the best Italian strikers of all time.Amadei was known for his ability to run forward with the ball from midfield and find spaces in the opposing defence, as well as his prolific goalscoring, acrobatic ability in the air, and precise volleying, which allowed him to excel in the centre-forward role; due to his importance to Roma throughout his career, he was affectionately known by the fans as the "eighth King of Rome".Amadei was born in Frascati, near Rome, the son of a baker, which earned him the nickname "Fornaretto."