What happened. Italy could hand Samuele Inacio a competitive debut in September to secure his international future amid interest from Brazil, who have scouted him recently.

Inacio is eligible for both Italy and Brazil due to his parents.
He already has one senior Italy cap, but only in a friendly.
Brazil scouts watched him at the Emirates Cup in London.

Inacio's priority is reportedly Italy, and a competitive cap would tie him down.

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