Tonali: I’ll return to Serie A, the level rises every year | OneFootball

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·9 October 2025

Tonali: I’ll return to Serie A, the level rises every year

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Italy is preparing for the decisive World Cup qualification challenges, with the clear goal of securing six points against Estonia and Israel to keep direct qualification hopes alive. The Azzurri have gathered at the Federal Technical Center in Coverciano, where there is a sense of focus, but also confidence.

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Among the protagonists of the group led by technical commissioner Rino Gattuso, Sandro Tonali stands out, one of the most experienced leaders in the locker room. The midfielder gave an interview to the official channels of the FIGC, talking not only about his commitment with the National team, but also about his connection with Italian football and the possibility of a future return to Serie A.

Tonali and his connection with Serie A

"Serie A? Sooner or later I'll return, because for an Italian there's always the desire to return to their own country. Maybe not now, because at this moment I'm doing well in everything. But I never close the door."

With these words, Tonali reiterated his strong bond with Italy and the championship that saw him grow and establish himself. His farewell to Milan in the summer of 2023 surprised many, marking a significant turning point in his career.

Despite the distance, the midfielder has never stopped following Italian football: "I always follow Serie A, it's becoming more and more beautiful. Every year it improves, with stronger teams raising the technical level of the matches."

This is a sign of the growing appeal of the Italian championship, capable of attracting international level players and ensuring an increasingly competitive pace.

World Cup Goal: "Every match is crucial"

However, Tonali's thoughts are now completely focused on the Azzurri mission: to qualify for the next World Cup. After the challenge with Norway, every match takes on decisive weight.

"After Norway all the matches are crucial, we know very well how much they are worth. We are ready to face them one at a time. In training we have fun, we work a lot: the coach makes us run, but it's important to have fun."

A mix of determination and serenity, typical of Gennaro Gattuso's group, which is finding balance and intensity in the key moments of the qualification journey.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇮🇹 here.

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