Juventus defender didn’t expect first Italy call up: ‘I was at home…’

Juventus right-back Nicolò Savona didn’t expect to receive his first Italy call-up: ‘I was at home and I couldn’t believe it.’

The 21-year-old will join Italy’s national team at Coverciano on Monday after receiving his first call-up at a senior level.

“I’m proud to wear the national team jersey. I was at home, and I couldn’t believe it. I was thrilled and pleased,” Savona said at a press conference attended by Football Italia on Saturday after Juventus’ 2-0 win over Torino.

“I feel good on the pitch. We’ve won two consecutive games without conceding. It was my first derby, and it made me feel great.”

Juventus defender didn’t expect first Italy call-up: ‘I was at home…’

Savona made his senior debut under new coach Motta in the opening Serie A game in August.

“We have improved in terms of playing style and maturity,” said the defender.

“Our new coach demands a different style, and it takes time to understand all the mechanisms. It’s a long way to go, but we’ll improve game by game.”

The 21-year-old has already scored two goals this term. Has he set a target for the 2024-25 season?

“Not really, because I didn’t expect such a strong start,” he admitted, smiling.

“I’ve already scored twice, and it will be hard to keep it up.”