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'Bizarre' that Man United won't release Darmian for Italy friendly - Ventura

Italy national team coach Giampiero Ventura has called Manchester United's decision to delay releasing Matteo Darmian for international duty "bizarre."

Darmian, 27, is done with his club commitments at Old Trafford after helping the team win their final match of the season against Ajax in the Europa League final.

However, United have not given the defender permission to join up with the national team until June 5, according to Ventura, meaning they'll be without Darmian for a May 31 friendly against San Marino.

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