Juventus defender Federico Gatti was a surprise late call for the Italy squad in the Nations League against France and Belgium, but it is reportedly due to concerns over Alessandro Bastoni’s disciplinary record.
Juventus defender Federico Gatti received a late call-up to the Italy national team squad ahead of their upcoming Nations League fixtures against France and Belgium. According to Tuttomercatoweb, manager Roberto Mancini called Gatti to Coverciano largely due to concerns over Alessandro Bastoni's disciplinary status, as the Inter Milan defender is one yellow card away from a suspension.
Several Italian players, including Bastoni and Gianluigi Donnarumma, risk missing the crucial final group match in Brussels if booked against France. With Roma defender Gianluca Mancini already sidelined through injury, Gatti was added to the squad to provide central defensive insurance and experience.
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