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Abete: Ranieri a ‘quality name’ for Italy job
TL;DR
Giancarlo Abete considers Claudio Ranieri a 'quality name' for the Italy head coach position. Abete is running for the FIGC Presidency again in June, competing against Giovanni Malagò.
Key points
- Giancarlo Abete is a candidate for the FIGC Presidency.
- Claudio Ranieri is considered for the Italy head coach role.
- Abete previously served as FIGC President from 2007 to 2014.
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Abete: Ranieri a ‘quality name’ for Italy job
Giancarlo Abete, a candidate for the FIGC Presidency, is hesitant to disclose his preferred choices for key roles in the Italy squad, including the head coach position, but acknowledges that Claudio Ranieri is a ‘quality name.’
Abete, a former FIGC President from 2007 to 2014, will once again run to lead the Italian FA in June, challenging ex-CONI President Giovanni Malagò.
Both released their programs on Thursday, and Abete further discussed his candidacy on Friday.
“I expected to see other proposals regarding names and programs, but they didn’t materialise,” Abete told reporters via TMW.
Abete: Ranieri already approached by Italy in the past
“There aren’t any names indicated in the document. Surely, there’s a need to identify the right people, especially in Club Italia, who would add value to the project that has been ongoing for years.
MILAN, ITALY – DECEMBER 01: Giancarlo Abete Former President of FIGC arrives at Gran Galà Del Calcio AlC 2025 on December 01, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Sara Cavallini/Getty Images)
“Each one of us might have some names in mind, but has no right to make them public, unless the subjects involved are interested.”
The new FIGC President will be elected on June 22, and after that, the federation will hire a new head coach.
Claudio Ranieri has left his role as Roma’s Senior Advisor, so he’s available to take over at La Nazionale.
Q&A
Why does Giancarlo Abete consider Claudio Ranieri for the Italy job?
Giancarlo Abete views Claudio Ranieri as a 'quality name' for the head coach position of the Italy national team.
Who are the candidates for the FIGC Presidency in June?
The candidates for the FIGC Presidency are Giancarlo Abete and former CONI President Giovanni Malagò.
What is Giancarlo Abete's background with the FIGC?
Giancarlo Abete served as the FIGC President from 2007 to 2014 and is now running for the position again.
