What happened: FIGC confirmed that Roma's Lorenzo Venturino has withdrawn from Italy's national team squad before June international friendlies. A 22-year-old Cesena midfielder has been called in as his replacement, according to the Yahoo Soccer signal.
Why it matters: The move trims one of the younger Roma names from Italy's experimental June group. For Roma, it shifts the focus to Venturino's fitness and availability before offseason planning around the upcoming 2026 season.
By the numbers: Venturino is 19 and has been listed with three Italy U21 caps and no U21 goals. Italy's June squad had been reported as heavily youth-driven, with 19 senior-level debutants among 24 players.
What to watch: Watch for FIGC or Roma to clarify the reason and severity of the withdrawal. Italy's replacement call-up will now have a chance to make an impression in the June friendly window.
Sources
- Yahoo Soccer