Italy is on the hunt for a new national team manager—and time is of the essence. After failing to qualify for the last two World Cups, the Azzurri cannot afford a third miss. With Luciano Spalletti dismissed and Claudio Ranieri declining the offer, FIGC president Gabriele Gravina is under pressure to quickly appoint a coach capable of reigniting Italy’s campaign for the 2026 tournament.
All signs point to names linked to the golden generation of 2006. The recurring theme? Passion and grit—qualities Italy desperately needs right now. Leading the shortlist is Gennaro Gattuso, recently parted ways with Hajduk Split. Close behind are 2006 captain Fabio Cannavaro, currently unattached, and Daniele De Rossi, still under contract with Roma but reportedly open to negotiations for an early exit.
In the background, there's also a distant—but not entirely ruled out—option: the return of Roberto Mancini. For now, however, it's considered a long shot.
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