The medical department of the Italian national team has moved to clarify their protocols following public criticism from Como head coach Cesc Fabregas. The former Arsenal and Chelsea midfielder expressed his frustration after Moise Kean returned from international duty with a fitness issue that could have been avoided.
The Italian defender on loan at Lorient told us about his career, his experiences with Napoli and AC Milan, but also his decision to move to Ligue 1 in an attempt to make his breakthrough.
The tournament might not kick-off for the best part of two years, but the extended international break offered some early clues as to how the challengers are shaping up