Gattuso Considers Bringing Verratti Back to the Italian National Team
Journalist Fabrice Hawkins revealed that coach Gennaro Gattuso is seriously considering bringing Marco Verratti, who plays in the Qatari league, back to the Italian national team in the near future.
Gattuso believes that Verratti's extensive experience and technical quality could be an important addition to the Azzurri squad, especially with the upcoming World Cup 2026 qualifying playoff match scheduled for next March.
According to the source, Gattuso traveled to Qatar this week to meet Verratti and speak with him directly about the possibility of his return and representing the national team again.
This step comes as the Italian technical staff seeks to benefit from experienced players in crucial matches, aiming to enhance the chances of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.
Gattuso believes that Verratti's extensive experience and technical quality could be an important addition to the Azzurri squad, especially with the upcoming World Cup 2026 qualifying playoff match scheduled for next March.
According to the source, Gattuso traveled to Qatar this week to meet Verratti and speak with him directly about the possibility of his return and representing the national team again.
This step comes as the Italian technical staff seeks to benefit from experienced players in crucial matches, aiming to enhance the chances of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.
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