Francesco Lodi has played down suggestions that his strike in the Genoa derby was a signal to Italy boss Cesare Prandelli.
The summer signing from Catania has been linked with a possible call up to the international set-up for the last 24 months, although he has yet to be included in a squad.
Francesco Lodi has played down suggestions that his strike in the Genoa derby was a signal to Italy boss Cesare Prandelli.
The summer signing from Catania has been linked with a possible call up to the international set-up for the last 24 months, although he has yet to be included in a squad.
“Was the goal dedicated to the national side? No, it was for myself, the fans and my children,” the playmaker noted of his free-kick in the 3-0 win over Sampdoria” data-scaytid=”5″>Sampdoria.
The Rossoblu had started the season poorly after losing to Inter and then Fiorentina” data-scaytid=”7″>Fiorentina – defeats which had increased the pressure on new boss Fabio Liverani.
“We wanted to make up for the defeat against Fiorentina,” the 29-year-old continued.
“The international break arrived which allowed us to prepare well for the game. It was a deserved victory because we were perfect defensively.
“There was no problem with the Coach. The President had already given him his full backing and Liverani deserved that.”