Twist in Issa Doumbia future: Sporting man wants to play for Mancini | OneFootball

Issa Doumbia appears to have made an important decision regarding his international future. The Sporting midfielder is preparing to turn down a call-up from Ivory Coast, as he remains intent on representing the Italian national team.

The information was reported by Nicolò Schira, who claims that the green-and-white player does not intend to accept a call-up from the Elephants. The choice is particularly significant after several signs emerged in recent weeks that seemed to bring Doumbia closer to the national team of the African country.

It should be recalled that the footballer had removed some references to Italy from his social media and unfollowed the official ‘Squadra Azzurra’ account. In addition, it had also been reported that Doumbia’s parents would like to see the midfielder represent Ivory Coast, a scenario that gained momentum amid the approach from the respective federation.

On the Italian side, however, interest appears never to have disappeared. The possibility of a call-up remained on the table, and it was even reported that officials from the Azzurri were closely monitoring the development of the Sporting player, at a time when the midfielder was looking to firmly establish himself at Alvalade.

Issa Doumbia The player remains focused on Sporting and Rui Borges’ plans, while keeping the door open to wearing the Italian national team shirt in the future.

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