Stephan El Shaarawy has reiterated his hope at making Cesare Prandelli’s provisional Italy squad for the World Cup.
The youngster has missed a majority of the season with a problematic foot injury, but has recently returned to training and in Week 37 made his playing comeback against Atalanta.
Stephan El Shaarawy has reiterated his hope at making Cesare Prandelli’s provisional Italy squad for the World Cup.
The youngster has missed a majority of the season with a problematic foot injury, but has recently returned to training and in Week 37 made his playing comeback against Atalanta.
“I’m really happy to be back again,” commented El Shaarawy to Milan Channel this week on that return in a subsequent 2-1 defeat.
“We’re disappointed about the defeat as a European finish is further out of reach, but to be back out on the pitch again was really satisfying.
“I’ve always believed in going to the World Cup. In the past months, I’ve given my all to get back as soon as possible and show I’m well.
“I hope to go and I’ve always believed. If I don’t get a call-up, I would go about it in a calm way.
“I would try and get back on track right away with Milan next season. We have the objective of the Scudetto and we will focus on that.”
Speculation is that El Shaarawy will not make Prandelli’s cut today.