The Italian federation has reshaped its leadership with two experienced figures
The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) has launched a major rebuild by appointing Claudio Ranieri as its new technical director, while Roberto Mancini is set to return as head coach of the national team. The appointments come after significant changes within the federation following recent setbacks and are expected to be confirmed officially after the final administrative steps.
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| Italy begin a new era as Claudio Ranieri returns and Roberto Mancini takes charge again |
Ranieri takes on key federation role
Ranieri, 74, will become the federation's leading technical figure, overseeing the sporting project and helping shape the future of the Azzurri. The veteran coach, famous for leading Leicester City to their historic 2015/16 Premier League title, most recently worked as a senior advisor at AS Roma after concluding another spell on the sidelines.
His appointment follows the departure of Paolo Maldini from the technical director position and signals a fresh direction for Italian football after another disappointing World Cup qualifying campaign.
Mancini returns to the Italy bench
Mancini is now expected to begin his second spell as Italy head coach after previously guiding the national team to the UEFA Euro 2020 title. According to Reuters, the federation believes his experience and familiarity with the squad can help restore Italy's competitiveness on the international stage.
With Ranieri overseeing the long-term project and Mancini back on the touchline, the FIGC hopes the new leadership duo can steer Italy back among Europe's elite after a turbulent period marked by managerial changes and continued struggles in major tournament qualification.