Antonio Conte is “worried” by Daniele De Rossi’s injury and dropped hints on his final Italy squad for Euro 2016.
The friendly with Scotland kicks off in Malta on Sunday at 19.45 UK time (18.45 GMT).
“Thiago Motta and Riccardo Montolivo have been training with us since yesterday and that is good news,” said the Coach in a Press conference.
“They also did supplementary work and are fully recovered.
Antonio Conte is “worried” by Daniele De Rossi’s injury and dropped hints on his final Italy squad for Euro 2016.
The friendly with Scotland kicks off in Malta on Sunday at 19.45 UK time (18.45 GMT).
“Thiago Motta and Riccardo Montolivo have been training with us since yesterday and that is good news,” said the Coach in a Press conference.
“They also did supplementary work and are fully recovered. However, I do not intend to risk them tomorrow.
“De Rossi has this problem in the Achilles tendon and it is worrying. Tomorrow he will play, hopefully we’ll have a positive response.
The Roma midfielder’s fitness levels could have an influence on the final choice of 23 players for Euro 2016, as Conte currently has a 30-man preliminary squad.
“I am very satisfied with everyone’s efforts. It will not be easy to make choices, especially seeing this attitude and hunger.
“After eight or nine days I will evaluate the situation with the medical staff. There are those who are in better shape, others in worse, so I have to understand the best situations for us.”
There are reports Inter striker Eder will be left out of the tournament, as he scored only one goal since leaving Sampdoria in January.
“I don’t think it is right to talk about individuals. He put himself at the disposal of the team and did everything he needed to do. I have to make calm and objective evaluations for the good of the team.
“The players have to be in optimal condition, though there are some riskier situations. Clearly we cannot afford to bring too many players who aren’t at 100 per cent.”