Andrea Pirlo's potential appointment as Italy's head coach is facing political backlash due to his ambassadorial role with Russian betting company Fonbet, prompting evaluation by the Italian Football Federation (FIGC).
Roberto Mancini apologizes for leaving Italy's national team for Saudi Arabia in 2023, citing a lack of communication with former federation president Gabriele Gravina. Reappointed as head coach, Mancini aims to redeem the team after three failed World Cup qualifications and faces a potentially divided fanbase in his first match against Belgium on September 25.
Italian Football Federation president Giovanni Malago confirmed talks with Pep Guardiola for the Italy head coach role, following Guardiola's departure from Manchester City. Malago indicated that "exceptions" could be made for his salary, while Roberto Mancini and Andrea Pirlo are also candidates.
The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) has held talks with former Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola about becoming Italy's new national team head coach. Guardiola, who previously played in Serie A, recently ended a successful 10-year spell at Etihad Stadium.
