Italy dream of Pep Guardiola as next head coach
The Italian Football Federation has placed former Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola at the top of its shortlist to engineer a complete structural overhaul of the national team.
Former Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has emerged as a sensational candidate to lead the Italian national team.
Following Italy’s failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, newly appointed technical director Paolo Maldini wants a revolutionary reset.
Decision-makers view the Spanish tactician as the ideal profile to revitalize the country’s youth systems and transform its footballing identity.
While Guardiola is currently taking a sabbatical, the massive undertaking of restoring the four-time world champions to global prominence could entice him.
However, his substantial salary demands pose a major hurdle for the federation. To facilitate the ambitious appointment, reports suggest Serie A clubs may even contribute financially to bridge the gap and secure his services.
