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Conte hints at Giovinco recall, doesn't rule out Balotelli

Mario Balotelli and Sebastian Giovinco's international careers are not over, according to Italy coach Antonio Conte.

Sebastian Giovinco may be set for a surprise recall to Italy's squad, with coach Antonio Conte arguing Mario Balotelli will have to earn selection with "his performances and his behaviour".

Balotelli signed a loan deal with Milan on Thursday but is unlikely to feature in Conte's next squad, which will be announced on Saturday, with the 46-year-old coach indicating the former Liverpool striker needs to make an impact on the pitch first.

But it may be a different story for Toronto FC's Giovinco, who has thrived since moving to MLS in January, scoring 17 goals and notching 12 assists in 24 games.