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Report: Guardiola would consider becoming Italy coach
TL;DR
Pep Guardiola is open to considering the role of Italy's national coach despite having a year left on his contract with Manchester City. Reports suggest he would listen to offers for the position.
Key points
- Guardiola has one year left on his contract with Manchester City
- He would consider the Italy coaching position
- Reports come from La Gazzetta dello Sport
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Report: Guardiola would consider becoming Italy coach
La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola would consider becoming the Italy coach in the summer despite having one year left in his contract with the Premier League giants.
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola would happily listen to an offer to become the new Italy coach, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport.
When will Italy hire a new head coach?
MILAN, ITALY â MARCH 20: A general view as pyrotechnics are set off to recreate the Italy flag prior to the UEFA Nations League quarterfinal leg one match between Italy and Germany at Stadio San Siro on March 20, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images)
The Azzurri will appoint a new head coach after June 22, when the new FIGC President will be elected.
Gazzetta reports that Guardiolaâs future at Manchester City is far from certain despite having a contract expiring in June 2027.
The pink paper indicates that if Pep were to leave Manchester City, he would not accept an offer from another club, as he would prefer to take a break to recover from the stress of many years at the Etihad Stadium.
Q&A
Is Pep Guardiola leaving Manchester City to coach Italy?
No, Pep Guardiola has not left Manchester City yet, but he is open to considering the Italy coaching position.
When is Italy expected to hire a new head coach?
The timeline for Italy hiring a new head coach has not been specified, but it is anticipated to occur in the summer.
What does Guardiola think about coaching the Italy national team?
Guardiola reportedly finds the idea of coaching Italy appealing and would consider an offer if presented.
