While he wanted to take a little rest after a title on the bench of Napoli, in Serie A, Luciano Spalletti finally signed up with the FIGC (Italian Football Federation) to lead the Nazionale. As announced by the Italian media on Friday, the former Roma and Inter coach has signed a three-year contract, until 2026.
He takes over from Roberto Mancini, winner of the Euro in 2021 with the Azzurri, who resigned a few days ago, and who is tipped for the post of coach of Saudi Arabia left vacant after the departure of Hervé Fox.
“The national team needed a great coach”
The technician will take office on September 1, and the official presentation will take place at the beginning of September, at Coverciano, the training center of the selection, announces the FIGC. “We welcome Spalletti,” FIGC President Gabriele Gravina told the Federation’s website.
“The national team needed a great coach and I’m very happy that he accepted the technical direction of the Azzurri. His enthusiasm and competence will be fundamental for the challenges that await Italy in the coming months. “Including Euro 2024, for which she will play two qualifying matches next September against North Macedonia and Ukraine.
