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Italy discusses coaching roles with Ancelotti and Guardiola

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 6:57 PM

Last updated Jul 23, 2026

Italy discusses coaching roles with Ancelotti and Guardiola

Summary

Italy has reached out to Carlo Ancelotti regarding the national team manager position before engaging with Pep Guardiola. The Azzurri is seeking a replacement for Gennaro Gattuso, who resigned in April after Italy failed to qualify for the World Cup. FIGC technical director Paolo Maldini confirmed discussions with both coaches, emphasizing Ancelotti was approached first. Ancelotti is currently under contract with Brazil until 2030, while Guardiola reportedly seeks a salary significantly higher than what Italy can offer. The FIGC aims to finalize a new coach soon, ideally by the end of the week.

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By the Numbers

•Italy has no head coach since Gattuso's resignation in April.
•Ancelotti is contracted with Brazil until 2030.
•Guardiola's salary demands may exceed Italy's offer.
•Maldini aims to appoint a new coach by the end of the week.

Latest Updates

9:05 AMYahoo Sports — Ancelotti stance revealed after Maldini approach to take over as Italy coach
6:57 PMYahoo Sports — Italy confirm Ancelotti approach before Guardiola
6:57 PMBBC Sport — Italy confirm Ancelotti approach before Guardiola

What they're saying

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Paolo Maldini has recently confessed that he spoke to Carlo Ancelotti regarding the vacant Italy national team head coach before holding discussions with Pep Guardiola, but the latest updates confirm ...
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