Hard for Zaniolo to leave the Azzurri training camp, asks for privacy

“Leaving Coverciano wasn’t easy,” wrote Nicolò Zaniolo, adding that he made the decision for strictly personal reasons and that wearing the blue shirt is always a source of pride. “Thanks to the Coach, the staff and the teammates for the support,” he continued.

He asked that his private sphere be respected, without giving credence to reconstructions that do not belong to him, and assured that he will continue to work every day to return to wearing the blue jersey.

The player confirmed the decision via his Instagram account, specifying that his absence coincides with the national team’s preparation for the Nations League matches against France on November 12 and Belgium on November 15, for which he will not be available to Mancini.

Mancini must choose a new right‑winger after Zaniolo

The FIGC officially announced the permission to leave the camp, stating that Zaniolo, born in 1999 and Udinese striker, left the Coverciano training ground this morning for family reasons.