Juventus Defender Bremer Explains Why He Turned Down Italy Call-up - Football Italia

Juventus star reveals why he refused call-up to Italy

It is a thing of pride to represent your country and not everyone get the chance to wear the colours of Italy or Brazil even if you play for a club like Juventus, as they are two of the football powerhouse in the world. Softfootball can report that Juventus and Brazil defender Gleison Bremer turned down the chance to represent the Italian national team because he felt that he could integrate properly with the Azzurri. Gleison Bremer. (Photo Cred…

Juventus defender Bremer explains why he turned down Italy call-up - Football Italia

Juventus defender Bremer has revealed why he turned down the possibility to play for the Italian national team, despite then-head coach Roberto Mancini encouraging him to switch allegiances to the Azzurri.LEWISBURG, WEST VIRGINIA – JUNE 14: Gleison Bremer #3 of Juventus arrives at the airport prior to the official FIFA Club World Cup 2025 on June 14, 2025 in Lewisburg, West Virginia. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images)Bremer, who now has 5 cap…

Bremer explains why he turned down chance to naturalise and play for Italy

Gleison Bremer has established himself as one of the finest defenders in Italian football in recent years, which is precisely why Juventus made the decision to add him to their squad. His strong performances at club level did not go unnoticed, although it took some time for his talent to be acknowledged by the Brazilian national team selectors.For a period, Italy explored the idea of naturalising Bremer to make him eligible for the Azzurri. This…