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Roma forward Mat\u00edas Soul\u00e9 has given a defining statement on his international allegiance in an interview with Il Messaggero<\/strong> (via Alfredo Pedull\u00e0), declaring that his heart is fully set on representing Argentina.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n While he admits former Italy coach Luciano Spalletti once discussed his situation, Soul\u00e9 insists those contacts were limited and never swayed his focus.<\/p>\n He recalled: \u201cTwo years ago I spoke with Spalletti and told him I want to play for Argentina \u2014 that is my idea.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n When asked if the FIGC ever recontacted him, he said: \u201cNo, nothing happened afterward.\u201d<\/em> He added: \u201cObviously they never called me, but that has always been my idea. I want to play for Argentina. I understand it\u2019s not easy because there are so many strong players. I have to keep doing my best for Roma and we\u2019ll see.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n Soul\u00e9\u2019s remarks position him firmly against the allure of switching to Italy, underscoring the clarity of his ambition despite outside speculation over dual nationality. Rather than entertain uncertainty, he\u2019s drawing a line \u2014 and it runs toward his Argentine roots.<\/p>\n His comments now close the door on further debate over his eligibility and preference. The message is unmistakable: Soul\u00e9 is focused only on La Albiceleste.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n This comes after the versatile attacker\u2019s agent had hinted at the possibility of him playing for Italy, having yet to play for Argentine despite multiple call-ups to the national team. Soule\u2019s own words should confirm where his allegiances lie.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Kaustubh Pandey I GIFN<\/p>\n <\/p><\/div>\n