Sporting midfielder Issa Doumbia was pre-called up by Italian manager Roberto Mancini for Italy's upcoming Nations League fixtures. The pre-call-up means Doumbia is part of an extended list of players being considered for the competition matches.
Issa Doumbia, a 25-year-old player representing Sporting CP, emerges as one of Mancini's options for Italy's midfield. The inclusion of the Portuguese player in the pre-call-up reflects his performance for the Lions.
Roberto Mancini, Italy's manager since 2018, is preparing the national team for Nations League matches, a competition where Italy aims to achieve good results following inconsistent performances in previous editions.
Doumbia's call-up represents a significant opportunity for the midfielder, who could potentially earn his first cap for Italy if confirmed in the final squad for the European competition matches.
