Italy coach not ruling out return of AC Milan forward to squad
The striker moved to AC Milan on loan this summer after a poor season at Liverpool and there has been speculation recently that Conte could give him a place in the Azzurri squad for the upcoming 2016 European Championship qualifiers, which Conte says depends on his own desire to play for them.
“The doors are open to everyone but you have to earn your place in the team,” the 46-year-old told Mediaset.
“It’s up to Balotelli to earn his place with his performances and behaviour.”
Conte then talked about the overall goal of the national side in the competition.
“We have to optimise everything and make Italy proud in the Euros.”
Italy host Malta and Bulgaria on September 3 and 6 respectively in upcoming Euro qualifiers.