Roma forward still hoping to make it to South Africa.

Luca Toni has revealed he still harbours aspirations of making Marcello Lippi’s World Cup squad this summer, admitting a call-up would be like a dream for the Roma striker.

“There's many of us in contention for the Italy shirt,” Toni told FIFA.com. “Lippi already has his ideas on his squad. I hope to go, he knows me well.

"I've had some good games [for Roma], and I've got my form back. If I do go it will be a dream, otherwise I'll still be supporting Italy.”

Finally, the striker on loan from Bayern Munich confirmed reports of his turbulent relationship with coach Louis van Gaal, hinting that the Dutchman may force him out the door.

"I have to think about finishing the last three games on a high. I've still got a contract with Bayern, my relationship with the club is very good but if Van Gaal stays it will be difficult for me to do so," he said.

"We'll get together around a table and decide what's best for everyone. They helped me a lot in coming to Rome and I have to thank them for that."