Brentford full-back Michael Kayode addressed interest from Inter Milan and the Nigerian Football Federation following his maiden Italy call-up. The 22-year-old insisted staying in the Premier League and representing the Azzurri were easy choices.
Club Brugge forward Nicolo Tresoldi is caught in a tug of war between Italy and Germany regarding his senior international allegiance. The 22-year-old Cagliari-born striker, who remains a key figure for Germany's under-21 setup, has yet to decide on his senior future as both European powerhouses closely monitor his prolific domestic campaign.
Roberto Mancini has acknowledged the deep sense of "betrayal" felt by Italy supporters following his shock departure to Saudi Arabia three years ago. The Euro 2020 winner is back in the Azzurri hotseat with the difficult task of rebuilding a national team that has failed to qualify for the last three World Cups.
Italian football is mourning the loss of Sandro Mazzola, who has passed away at the age of 83 following an illness. The legendary attacking midfielder spent his entire playing career at Inter and remains one of the most decorated figures in the history of the sport.
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