Former Southampton striker Graziano Pelle has been axed from the Italy squad for disrespectful behaviour.
The striker has been punished for refusing to shake manager Giampiero Ventura's hand when he was substituted during Thursday night's World Cup qualifier against Spain.
Pelle, who left Southampton for Shandong Luneng in the summer, has apologised for the snub but has been ordered to leave the Italy camp ahead of Sunday’s trip to Macedonia.
A statement from the The Italian FA (FIGC) read: "Being part of the national team involves the sharing of values of your teammates and the famous blue shirt.