Monza’s prolific striker Gustavo Varela has earned his first call-up to the Portugal national team, headlining a list of Serie A talents included in the squad for the upcoming Nations League fixtures. Varela, 21, is joined by Roma‘s Rodrigo Mora, Milan‘s Gonçalo Ramos, and Lazio’s Nuno Tavares, all of whom have been performing strongly in Italy’s top flight.
Serie A Stars Join National Squad
Gustavo Varela’s inclusion comes as no surprise, given his exceptional form in Serie A. The young striker currently leads the league’s goalscoring charts, having netted nine goals in just nine appearances for Monza this season. His impressive tally underscores his readiness for international duty.
Also making a significant impact is 19-year-old Rodrigo Mora, who has scored three goals in eight Serie A appearances for Roma since his summer move from Porto. While this is not Mora’s first international call-up, he could be set to earn his first senior caps for Portugal during this international break.
Milan’s record signing, Gonçalo Ramos, retains his place in the national squad. The striker, who joined from Paris Saint-Germain, has contributed three goals and one assist for the Rossoneri. Lazio full-back Nuno Tavares also features, having started nine consecutive Serie A matches for a Lazio side that currently sits atop the league table with 28 points from 10 games.
Upcoming Nations League Fixtures
Portugal is set for two crucial Nations League encounters in November. The national team will first face Denmark on Saturday, November 14. Following this, they will travel to take on Wales on Tuesday, November 17.
The squad for these fixtures showcases a blend of established international players and emerging talents from across Europe’s top leagues, including representatives from clubs such as Manchester United, Barcelona, Real Madrid, and PSG, alongside the strong Serie A contingent. This mix highlights the depth of talent available to the Portuguese national team as they prepare for their Nations League challenges.