Back in the days when we used to buy Italians I did not mind one bit. But back then Italian players were quite great and they achieved big things. However, sticking to that strategy makes zero sense whatsoever if Italian players, or generation(s), aren't talented and good enough. Buying Italians for the sake of it is pure nonsense. We used to see an amazing season from our squad not so long ago and we had, what, three Italian players. I don't care if they are Italians, I want good results.
Last generations of Italian players were quite bad and we rightfully so chased foreign players. Donnarumma (who I would not buy, yes), Barella, Chiesa are worth chasing. I'm not still not fully bought on Locatelli, though. As for others, I think it'd be good to have Kean here. But I can't say Italian market looks like a great potential. Bigger talents are popping up from both England and France. Possibly Spain too.
Italian NT is filled with mediocrity like Immobile, Belotti, Sensi, Florenzi, Cristante, Biraghi and others. Those that are better than these mentioned are better only by an inch and aren't even worth chasing.