Italian national team coach Luciano Spalletti has expanded his squad to 26 players by including Atalanta winger Raoul Bellanova for the upcoming Nations League quarter-final against Germany. This decision comes as injuries continue to affect the team’s preparation.

The two-legged tie begins at San Siro on Thursday evening, with the return match scheduled for Sunday in Dortmund. Italy is already without key player Federico Dimarco from Inter, and now faces additional challenges as Lazio’s Mattia Zaccagni and Juventus’ Andrea Cambiaso missed recent training sessions due to injuries.

Bellanova Joins Italy’s Nations League Campaign

In response to these setbacks, Spalletti has brought in the 24-year-old Bellanova, who has four senior caps for Italy. The Atalanta player has been in good form this season, making 36 appearances across all competitions and contributing one goal and eight assists.

Zaccagni and Cambiaso will remain with the squad for now, but may be released early if it becomes clear they cannot participate in either match against Germany.

This tactical adjustment highlights the challenges facing the Italian team as they prepare for a crucial encounter in their Nations League campaign. The addition of Bellanova provides Spalletti with more options and depth in the squad, which could prove vital in the high-stakes matches ahead.