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Luciano Spalletti was fired by Italy, but might not be out of work for long, because he has received a huge €18m per season offer from Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr, where he’d replace Stefano Pioli.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / June 13

Juventus could have two legends as a part of the next Italy coaching staff

Italy is now searching for a new manager after Luciano Spalletti was forced to leave his role following a poor run of results. The Azzurri have failed to qualify for the last two FIFA World Cup tournaments, and there are real concerns they may also miss out on the 2026 competition.

Empoli News / Football Italia / June 13

Vicario: ‘Grateful’ to Spalletti, Europa Leauge ‘epic’ for Tottenham

Italy international Guglielmo Vicario insists he’ll always be grateful to ex-Italy coach Luciano Spalletti: ‘He was our leader, in good and bad times.’ Tottenham goalkeeper Vicario discussed Spalletti’s Italy exit in an interview with La Repubblica.

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Soccer News / Football Italia / June 12

Your Say: Should Italy bring back Mancini as head coach?

Roberto Mancini, who controversially stepped down as Italy’s national team coach in 2023, regrets that decision and would like to return to replace Luciano Spalletti.

Luciano Spalletti News / Football Italia / June 12

Italy crisis: Sacking Spalletti enough to avoid missing another World Cup?

The Azzurri got off to about the worst possible start in their qualification campaign. Giancarlo Rinaldi examines whether a change of coach can really address all the issues they face.

Soccer News / Football Italia / June 12

Mancini wants to be Italy coach again: ‘I made a wrong choice’

Former Italy boss Roberto Mancini admits he’s open to coaching the Azzurri again after Luciano Spalletti’s dismissal: ‘Sometimes, wrong decisions are made.’ Mancini stepped down as the Nazionale coach in September 2023, becoming the coach of the Saudi Arabia national team only a few weeks later.

AS Roma News / Football Italia / June 11

Gravina: ‘Italy will take all the time available’ to choose new coach

FIGC President Gabriele Gravina insists they will ‘take all the time available’ to make a decision on the next Italy coach after sacking Luciano Spalletti.

Soccer News / Football Italia / June 11

Football Italia writers pick ideal Italy XI: choose yours’

With Italy still searching for a new head coach to replace Luciano Spalletti, Football Italia writers have put together their ideal Azzurri XI, and we ask our readers to do the same!

Soccer News / ESPN / June 10

Spalletti is out as Italy manager, and it's better late than never

It's clear after Italy's humbling at Euro 2024 that Luciano Spalletti wasn't the right man for the job and finally, after some dire performances, they've made the right choice in moving on.

Atalanta News / Football Italia / June 10

Ranieri’s four-word message to decline Italy offer

Claudio Ranieri reportedly informed FIGC President Gabriele Gravina last night that he didn’t feel comfortable accepting the Italy offer despite the details agreed with the Federation and Roma.

Luciano Spalletti News / Football Italia / June 10

Mancini and 2006 Italy World Cup winners emerge to replace Spalletti

Stefano Pioli isn’t the only candidate to replace Luciano Spalletti as the Italy national team coach after Claudio Ranieri’s refusal. According to Gazzetta, ex-Azzurri boss Roberto Mancini is a ‘strong’ option, but 2006 World Cup winners Fabio Cannavaro, Daniele De Rossi and Gennaro Gattuso also remain in the frame.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / June 10

Departing Italy Head Coach Smooths Water After Alleged Bust-Up With Inter Milan Veteran Defender: 'Everything Was Ok'

Outgoing Italy manager Luciano Spalletti shed new light on his recent conflict with Inter Milan veteran Francesco Acerbi. During his final press conference as the Azzurri boss via FCInterNews, the 66-year-old decided to clear the air.

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AS Roma News / Football Italia / June 10

Ranieri: Rejecting Italy offer ‘my decision’

Claudio Ranieri thanks FIGC President Gabriele Gravina for the opportunity to coach the Italy national team: ‘The Friedkins gave me full support, this decision is mine.’ Claudio Ranieri has rejected the chance to become the new Italy national team coach, replacing Luciano Spalletti.

Fiorentina News / Football Italia / June 10

Ranieri rejects offer to become Italy coach

Claudio Ranieri has rejected an offer from the FIGC to become the Italy national team coach as he wasn’t convinced about taking on a double role as Azzurri CT and advisor to Roma owners.

Soccer News / Football Italia / June 9

Spalletti: ‘I left the Italy squad exactly the same as I found it’

Luciano Spalletti held his final press conference as Italy coach, admitting the media was ‘too kind’ and that he wishes his successor well, but also sees systemic problems.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / June 9

Italy vs Moldova 2-0: Average Azzurri Fail to Redeem Themselves

The good news is that this international window is over. Italy will now have three months to look in the mirror and try to understand what the heck is going on with the Azzurri, as a new coach take the reins.

Soccer News / Football Italia / June 9

Donnarumma: ‘Italy had wrong attitude, frustrating’ for Spalletti

Gianluigi Donnarumma admits Italy ‘had the wrong attitude and it’s something you simply must never do’ at this level during a ‘frustrating’ spell under Luciano Spalletti.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / June 9

Italy Player Ratings vs Moldova: Prodigal Son Returns Home With a Bang

Out-of-sorts Italy got off the mark in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying with a scrappy 2-0 home victory over minnows Moldova. Departing manager Luciano Spalletti bowed out in style, even though Italy’s performance in his farewell game flattered the deceive.

Luciano Spalletti News / Football Italia / June 9

Italy fans boo Spalletti before final appearance as head coach

The majority of Italy fans at the Mapei Stadium booed coach Luciano Spalletti ahead of the kick-off of a World Cup qualifying match against Moldova. Italy host Moldova at the Reggio Emilia stadium this evening in the first home game of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / June 9

Report: Juventus will consider Luciano Spalletti after Italy sacking

A report in the Italian media claims Luciano Spalletti could soon emerge as a potential candidate to take over Juventus next season. The 66-year-old has been in charge of the Italian national team since 2023.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / June 8

Spalletti Announces He Will Leave Italy Job in Emotional Press Conference

Luciano Spalletti will no longer be Italy’s coach after tomorrow’s World Cup Qualifiers game against Moldova. He announced it himself during today’s press conference ahead of the match, highlighting that he was relieved of his duties by the Italian Football Association (FIGC) President Gabriele Gravina.