Roberto Mancini is looking forward to working with rising star Sandro Tonali ahead of Italy's games against Portugal and the United States.
Brescia midfielder Tonali was called up after impressing in Serie B this season, building on his two goals in 19 appearances in 2017-18 with another strike in his first 11 games this term.
The 18-year-old, who has been likened to Andrea Pirlo, has attracted the interest of several top clubs including Chelsea, Juventus and Napoli, Goal understands.
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And Mancini heaped praise on Tonali as he looked forward to the opportunity to add to his side's 1-0 Nations League victory over Poland in October - their first win in six matches.