The Italian national team is exploring a 3-5-2 formation as they gear up for their Nations League quarter-final encounter with Germany. Coach Luciano Spalletti faces several tactical dilemmas ahead of the crucial match.

The first leg is scheduled for Thursday at San Siro, with the return fixture set for Sunday evening. Italy is dealing with some injury setbacks, notably the absence of Federico Dimarco and potential unavailability of Andrea Cambiaso.

In light of these challenges, Matteo Politano and Destiny Udogie are likely to be deployed on the wings. While Alessandro Buongiorno was tested in central defense during recent training, Arsenal’s Riccardo Calafiori is expected to start in his place.

The midfield composition remains uncertain, with Nicolò Rovella featuring in today’s practice session. However, Torino’s Samuele Ricci, who has more international experience, is vying for a starting position.

Up front, Giacomo Raspadori has shown improved form with Napoli recently. The choice of his striking partner is still undecided between Atalanta’s Mateo Retegui and Fiorentina’s Moise Kean.

Injury concerns have kept Mattia Zaccagni and Cambiaso out of today’s training session.

Possible Italy lineup (3-5-2): Donnarumma; Di Lorenzo, Buongiorno, Bastoni; Politano, Barella, Rovella, Tonali, Udogie; Raspadori, Retegui