Chelsea new boy Davide Zappacosta joins up with Italy squad after late call-up in the aftermath of defeat by Spain
- Davide Zappacosta was called up by Italy as a late squad inclusion
- The full-back recently sealed a deadline day move to champions Chelsea
- Italy have brought the 25-year-old in following their 3-0 defeat to Spain
- Zappacosta could feature in Italy's World Cup qualifier against Israel on Tuesday
Chelsea new boy Davide Zappacosta has met up with Italian team-mates in Florence after he was called up as a late inclusion following their recent humiliation at the hands of Spain.
The former Torino defender joined the national side in training today as they prepare for Tuesday's clash with Israel at the Mapei Stadium in Italy, where a win will see them one step closer to qualification.
The 25-year-old made himself aware to football fans this week when he sealed a deadline day move from Torino to Premier League champions Chelsea.
Chelsea new boy Davide Zappacosta has joined his Italy team-mates as a late inclusion
Zappacosta was called up by the Azzurri following their 3-0 thumping by Spain
Boss Gian Piero Ventura managed Zappacosta at Torino before being named national coach
Renowned for his attacking play and pinpoint delivery, Zappacosta was snapped up by Antonio Conte's side in a late £25million deadline day deal.
And now the Azzurri, managed by Gian Piero Ventura, who ironically replaced Chelsea boss Antonio Conte, have called upon the services of the defensive wide-man, as they bid to get their World Cup qualification campaign back on track.
But Zappacosta's late call up may not be as surprising as you think, having worked under Ventura during the Azzurri boss' five-year spell at the helm of Torino.
But the 25-year-old made a surprise deadline day move to the Blues from Serie A side Torino
Zappacosta join the side in second place in group F with 16 points, three off leaders Spain
Italy face Israel on Tuesday where a win will put them one step closer to the 2018 World Cup
Following their thrashing by Spain, Italy currently find themselves in second place in Group G with 16 points from seven games played.
Spain, who currently lead the group, sit on 19 points.
Real Madrid maestro Isco was the man who made the difference at his familiar Bernabeu setting, scoring twice and putting in a mercurial performance.
Zappacosta's new club team-mate Alvaro Morata was also among the goals, adding a late third to cement victory.
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