Calvani and Fini called up to Italy U21, Doumbia joins Burkina Faso
Three Genoa players called up by their national teams: the rossoblu on loan at Frosinone will face France and Belgium with the U21s, while the defender answers Burkina Faso's call.
Genoa continues its mission as a breeding ground for youth national teams. Gabriele Calvani and Seydou Fini, both on loan at Frosinone, have received their call-up from Italy U21 coach Silvio Baldini for the upcoming international fixtures. Calvani has already made an impression in Serie A, earning public praise from manager Massimiliano Alvini. The two rossoblu will be available for friendlies against France (October 13, kick-off at 18:30 in Laval, live on Rai 2) and Belgium (October 16, Armando Picchi stadium in Livorno, 18:15, live on Rai 2).
Chec Doumbia also received his call-up while on loan at Rapid Bucharest, where he has made seven appearances. Burkina Faso's U23 national team selected him for their qualifying campaign toward the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations U23 in Egypt. The African squad must navigate a double-header against Zambia to secure their place in the tournament. It is another sign of how Genoa multiplies its impact through loan moves and the experiences gained by its players in foreign leagues.