Italy: Rugani replaces Barzagli

By Football Italia staff

Daniele Rugani has been called-up to the Italy squad to replace Juventus teammate Andrea Barzagli.

Barzagli pulled-out of the squad earlier today, as he’s suffering with a muscular injury, meaning Antonio Conte had a defensive space in his squad.

“Daniele Rugani has been called-up to the national team to replace Barzagli,” the FIGC announced on Twitter.

“He’s expected at Coverciano this evening.”

Rugani had been named in the Under-21 squad, but will now join the senior Azzurri set-up for the friendlies with Spain and Germany.

The 21-year-old has been part of squads before, but is yet to make his senior debut for Italy.

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