The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) has held formal discussions with Pep Guardiola and Carlo Ancelotti regarding the position of national team manager. Roberto Maldini confirmed the outreach as the federation seeks to address a period of instability within the national program.
The search for a new coach follows a prolonged struggle for the Italian team, which has failed to qualify for the last three World Cups. While both candidates were approached for the role, current professional commitments remain a factor; Guardiola is currently out of work, while Ancelotti is serving as the manager of the Brazil national team.
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