Marco Benassi (born 8 September 1994) is an Italian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Fiorentina.
Born in Modena, Benassi began his career at his local club Modena. In January 2011 Benassi was signed by Internazionale on a temporary deal. After a half-season with the Inter U17 youth team, Benassi signed for Inter permanently in a co-ownership deal for €180,000. Benassi was a member of both Inter U18 and U19 team in 2011–12 season, winning the Primavera league and European title – NextGen Series. He also played for the U18 team in the league playoffs round, winning the Berretti league.
Benassi was included in summer training camp by his former U19 team coach Andrea Stramaccioni, winning the pre-season TIM Trophy and well as being included in the 25-men List A squad for 2012–13 UEFA Europa League; as one of the 4 essential association trained player (local player) as required by UEFA. In October 2012 he signed a new 5-year contract.