Pelle open to Italy recall after Ventura row

Graziano Pelle was banished from the Italy squad in October after snubbing the handshake of coach Gian Piero Ventura, but the Shandong Luneng striker remains hopeful of a recall.

Former Southampton forward Pelle ignored Ventura after being replaced by Ciro Immobile during the second half of Italy's 1-1 draw with Spain in World Cup qualifying.

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