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Gattuso Excludes Ricci, Urges Development Ahead of Qualifiers

10/9/2025

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Gennaro Gattuso explained excluding Samuele Ricci from World Cup qualifiers, citing Ricci's lack of regular playing time at AC Milan.
He urged Ricci to learn from Luka Modric, whose impact has been notable since joining AC Milan.
Gattuso frames the remarks as a focus on development and experience.
The comments highlight the competitive nature of squad selection ahead of qualifiers.

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Gennaro Gattuso explained excluding Samuele Ricci from World Cup qualifiers, citing Ricci's lack of regular playing time at AC Milan.
He urged Ricci to learn from Luka Modric, whose impact has been notable since joining AC Milan.
Gattuso frames the remarks as a focus on development and experience.
The comments highlight the competitive nature of squad selection ahead of qualifiers.