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Issa Doumbia has dropped new hints about a possible international switch. The Sporting midfielder removed all photos related to Italy from his personal Instagram account and also unfollowed the official ‘Nazionale’ profile.

According to Yannick Tranlait, the player’s parents’ biggest dream is to see their son represent Ivory Coast. The footballer, who has Ivorian roots, could choose the Elephants, although there is still no confirmation of a final decision.

The changes made on social media have increased the uncertainty surrounding the international future of Issa Doumbia. The midfielder has represented Italy at youth level and it is currently reported that he would like to open the door to the senior national team, but he is still able to change the country he will represent at senior level, as long as he meets the regulatory criteria.

The possibility comes at a time when the 22-year-old player is going through a breakthrough period at Sporting. Doumbia was one of the standout figures of the Lions’ pre-season, scoring two goals and providing one assist in the warm-up matches.

For now, the Instagram changes may simply be a personal decision, but the wish expressed by the family strengthens the possibility of a move towards Ivory Coast. It remains to be seen whether the Sporting signing will indeed swap the Italian national team for the Elephants, where Ousmane Diomande plays.

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