Italy coach Roberto Mancini is pleased with the make-up of his new-look squad.

Italy have upcoming Nations League games against Poland and Portugal.

Mancini said, “Bernardeschi? We won't exclude also using him in midfield or as a No 10. We have some problems in midfielders because of the poor use of Pellegrini, Cristante, Gagliardini and many others.

“Verratti? He should be back in the next squad. We hope he will. As for De Rossi, I've talked to him and he's part of our experienced group, a true champion to be clear.

“If he's needed, he'll be called up. Daniele made himself available. The same more or less goes for Buffon, even if we have more material to work with in goal.

“I hope to see the Belotti of a year ago, the one that scored a bucket load before his injury problems.

“Balotelli? I think he's fit enough. He's lost 8-9 grams!"