Money is no object to Graziano Pelle after his move to China, but Giampiero Ventura warns he may not be able to buy an Italy squad place.
New Italy coach Giampiero Ventura has warned Graziano Pelle that his move to the Chinese Super League could cost him his spot in the national team.
Pelle left Southampton for Shandong Luneng after helping the Azzurri to Euro 2016's quarterfinals, reportedly becoming one of the best paid players in world football as a result.
A key figure under Antonio Conte, Pelle was Italy's top scorer in qualifying for the European Championship with three goals, while two further strikes sealed impressive 2-0 successes against Belgium and Spain at the tournament.