Italy coach Spalletti clarifies Chiesa exclusion following transfer to Liverpool

Chiesa, who recently made the move to Liverpool towards the end of the transfer window, is now eager to adapt to life in England.

Spalletti believes his star winger needs time to adjust to his new life, rather than play for Italy against France and Israel in the UEFA Nations League.

"We spoke with Chiesa and made a balanced assessment," said Spalletti, speaking to the media on Monday. 

"I would have brought him as an additional player but not have him participate in the two matches.

"He told me that he had spoken with his new club and needed to do specific preparation to work with them.

"There was a need to develop a strong, hard training period, which must adapt to the new working methods."