National scandal: Gattuso summons 4 Milan players and excludes 3 Inter pillars, furious Nerazzurri fans

Rome, June 19, 2025– A decision destined to make people discuss shakes Italian football: the national team coach,Gennaro Gattuso, announced the list of called up for the next gathering, including wellFour players from AC Milanand leaving out, in a sensational way,Three pillars of Inter Milan. The choice triggered a wave of controversy, with the Nerazzurri fans who accuse the former Rossoneri midfielder of favoritism towards his old club.

The Milan calls

Gattuso has decided to focus on a thick Milan representation, convening four players who, according to him, represent the future of the national team: a defender, two midfielders and an attacker, whose names have not yet been officially confirmed, but that they assume can include talents such as Theo Hernández, Sandro Tonali and Rafael Leão. “These guys are demonstrating great quality and personality in their club. They deserve the chance to represent Italy,” said Gattuso at the press conference.

The exclusion of the Nerazzurri

To surprise, however, it was the exclusion of three columns of Inter, considered essential until a few weeks ago. Although the names have not been revealed, rumors focus on players of the caliber ofNicolò Barella, Alessandro BastonieLautaro Martínez, who have shone both in Serie A and in international competitions. The decision has left the fans of the fans, but also several insiders, who expected confirmation for the Nerazzurri.

Gattuso’s reason

Questioned on his choice, Gattuso offered an explanation that further fed the controversy: “I made this decision based on technical criteria and on the current state of the players. There is no room for everyone, and I wanted to give a strong signal to the team. The national team must be a united group, not a collection of names.” However, these words have not convinced Inter fans, who see in the choice a clear favoritism towards Milan, a club in which Gattuso has spent most of his player career.

The reaction of the fans

On social media, the hashtag #gattusouout has quickly become viral, with thousands of Nerazzurri fans that express their anger. “Gattuso is using the national team to help Milan, it’s unacceptable!” A supporter on X writes. Others accuse the “personal revenge” technician against Inter, citing his Rossoneri past and the historic rivalry between the two clubs. Neutral fans also said they were surprised, underlining how the exclusion of players such as Barella and Martínez seems inexplicable in the light of their performance.

What happens now?

Gattuso’s decision puts the cohesion of the national team at risk, which is prepared for the next international challenges. The pressure on the technician is very high, and many wonder if he manages to manage criticism and demonstrate that his choices are based exclusively on sports criteria. In the meantime, Inter has chosen not to officially comment, but sources close to the club speak of “deep disappointment” for the treatment reserved for its players.

The controversy is only at the beginning, and the national team gathering promises to be one of the most thesis in recent years. Will Gattuso manage to appease the spirits and lead the blues to success, or will his decision prove to be a boomerang? Only time will say it.

Use: This article is an exclusive ofAzzurri todayAnd reflects the information available at the time of publication.