Mario Balotelli could be named Italy captain but the striker is a doubt to face France, said head coach Roberto Mancini.
Balotelli repaid Mancini's faith in recalling him to the international setup with a goal against Saudi Arabia in his first Azzurri appearance for four years.
The Nice striker hit out at a banner – featuring the words 'my captain has Italian blood' – displayed during the game that appeared to be targeted at Balotelli.
Mancini defended the former Manchester City forward and said he would not hold back from naming Balotelli as his captain in the future.