Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti has delivered a stinging assessment of the current state of Italian football, claiming the nation has failed to produce a high-level generation of players. His comments come at a pivotal moment as the national team faces the consequences of missing out on consecutive World Cups.
An Azzurri revolution is predicted as Roberto Mancini prepares an expanded 30-man Italy squad for four upcoming Nations League matches. Fresh prospects including Nicolo Tresoldi and Michael Kayode are tipped to earn their maiden senior call-ups.
Giuseppe Riso has opened up about the major summer transfer deals involving his prominent clients Sandro Tonali and Honest Ahanor. The agent revealed exactly why Italian midfielder Tonali felt compelled to join Tottenham, while also praising Chelsea's blockbuster acquisition of a top teenage defender.
The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) has reportedly made contact with the representatives of Santos starlet Robinho Jr. to discuss a potential future with the Azzurri. While the teenager has been on the radar of the Brazilian national team, his eligibility for Italy has opened the door to an international tug-of-war over his allegiance.
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