Maldini and Leonardo meet Guardiola to discuss Italy coaching position

Paolo Maldini and Leonardo reportedly met Pep Guardiola in Barcelona to discuss the Italy national team coaching vacancy. This meeting follows a formal approach from the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) to persuade Guardiola to take on the role. FIGC President Giovanni Malagò indicated that a decision regarding the new coach is expected soon, noting Roberto Mancini and Andrea Pirlo among other potential candidates. The conversation also touched on transfer updates as the club season approaches, including Roma's interest in Crysencio Summerville and Al Hilal's pursuit of Alessandro Bastoni.

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