It's a growing trend amongst Scottish players - and Josh Doig says the likes of him and Aaron Hickey trying their hand abroad can only be good for football's progression in this country.
The left-back completed a transfer from Hibs to Serie A side Hellas Verona this week, following in the footsteps of Easter Road hero Liam Henderson and ex-Hearts youth teammate Hickey in swapping Scotland for Italy. Lewis Ferguson also moved to the division this week, joining Bologna from Aberdeen.
A theme has emerged in Scottish talent over the last few seasons as more begin to head for foreign adventures rather than traditional moves to England. Scotland international Jack Hendry departed Celtic for Belgian side Oostende and played Champions League football with Club Brugge last year while U21s youngster Lewis Fiorini penned a Manchester City contract extension until 2026 off the back of a loan to Holland and NAC Breda in 2020. Several Scots are also in America's MLS.
