The Italian Federation Nears Decision on New Coach

The Italian coach Roberto Mancini has become the frontrunner to take over the leadership of the Italian national team in the upcoming phase, surpassing Antonio Conte in the race to succeed the current coaching staff.

According to several Italian reports, Mancini's name has resurfaced strongly within the corridors of the Italian Football Federation, especially after his previous historic success with the "Azzurri" and leading the team to win the Euro 2020 title.

The reports indicated that the Italian federation sees Mancini as the most ready option to rebuild the national team and restore its technical identity, especially given his extensive experience with the team itself and his precise knowledge of Italian football.

On the other hand, Antonio Conte's name remains strongly present on the list of candidates. However, his contract with Napoli, along with the complexities of his departure, has significantly increased Mancini's chances in recent days.

Media sources have also mentioned other names being considered, such as Massimiliano Allegri, but the current indications within the Italian federation lean more towards Mancini's return for a second term with the national team.

The Italian Federation is expected to make its final decision in the coming weeks, following a period of extensive reviews after the failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, in an attempt to bring the national team back to the European and global forefront.