Gennaro Gattuso Emerges as Italy National Team Candidate

According to Bolasport.com, Gennaro Gattuso has emerged as the strongest candidate to coach the Italy national football team — following the dismissal of Luciano Spalletti by the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) after the 2026 World Cup qualification matches.

FIGC initially targeted Claudio Ranieri as Spalletti’s replacement — but that plan fell through because the veteran coach chose to remain focused on his advisory role at AS Roma.

This situation has made it difficult for FIGC to find alternatives, considering top Italian coaches like:

• Carlo Ancelotti
• Massimiliano Allegri
• Antonio Conte

All three are still committed to their respective clubs — making Gattuso the most realistic choice to fill the Gli Azzurri coaching seat.