The Brazilian-born hitman is awaiting an Italian passport, after which he was expected to become an Azzurri player.

However, Brazil boss Carlos Dunga snapped up the 28-year-old, who was not yet decided about his international future, but said he would not turn down a call-up from either side.

Amauri was not included in Dunga's roster initially, but he made the squad after Sevilla striker Luis Fabiano pulled out due to injury.