Paolo Maldini meets Pep Guardiola to discuss Italy coaching position
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 9:10 AM
Last updated Jul 21, 2026
Paolo Maldini and Leonardo have approached Pep Guardiola regarding the Italy national team coaching position. The meeting took place over the weekend in Barcelona, and various Italian sources confirm that Guardiola is currently evaluating the proposal. Despite Guardiola's desire for a break after his decade at Manchester City, the challenge of transforming Italian football culture has piqued his interest. Reports suggest he could provide a response by tomorrow. If Guardiola declines the offer, Andrea Pirlo and Roberto Mancini are among the candidates to succeed him.
- •Guardiola met with Maldini and Leonardo to discuss coaching Italy.
- •Guardiola is said to be considering the proposal.
- •He has expressed a desire for a break from coaching.
- •Potential candidates if Guardiola declines include Pirlo and Mancini.
- •A decision from Guardiola is expected by tomorrow.
- 9:10 AMYahoo Sports — Italy await Guardiola’s response after Maldini meeting: Reasons he could say yes, or no
"All major Italian outlets confirm that Paolo Maldini and Leonardo have held talks with Pep Guardiola, who has taken time to evaluate the proposal.Sky Sport Italia broke the news on Monday that new Ita...
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