 Born in Rome, Italy, De Vita grew up supporting Lazio and idolised Paolo Di Canio, who later coached him when he joined Swindon Town.De Vita began his career at the academy of Roma, (which was ironic, due to the fact De Vita supported Roma's rivals, Lazio) until he was scouted by Blackburn Rovers, which he said came "out of nowhere".De Vita began his career with Blackburn Rovers but did not make an appearance for the first team.