Italian National Team Managerial Role: The Candidates

Several prominent figures are under consideration for the vacant managerial position of the Italian national football team.
The list of potential candidates includes Massimiliano Allegri, Roberto Mancini, Antonio Conte, Fabio Cannavaro, and Stefano Pioli, each possessing varied experience across top-tier club football and international management.

Massimiliano Allegri

Massimiliano Allegri is currently managing AC Milan, having returned for his second spell in May. His previous achievements in Italian football include leading AC Milan to a Serie A title in the 2010-2011 season during his first tenure. Allegri subsequently managed Juventus across two spells, where he secured five additional Serie A titles.

Roberto Mancini

Roberto Mancini, 61, is a former manager of the Italian national team. He guided Italy to victory at Euro 2020, defeating England in the final, and oversaw a 37-match unbeaten run. Mancini resigned from the national team in August 2023 following their failure to qualify for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. He subsequently had a brief period managing the Saudi Arabia national team and currently manages Qatari club Al-Sadd. His club achievements include winning Manchester City's first Premier League title, alongside successes with Lazio and Inter Milan.

Roberto Mancini, a former manager of the Italian national team, guided Italy to victory at Euro 2020 and oversaw a remarkable 37-match unbeaten run.

Antonio Conte

Antonio Conte, 56, is currently under contract with Napoli until 2027. He previously managed the Italian national team, leading them to the Euro 2016 quarter-finals before departing to resume club management. His club career includes winning three consecutive Serie A titles with Juventus, a Premier League and FA Cup with Chelsea, and two additional league titles with Inter Milan and Napoli.

Fabio Cannavaro

Fabio Cannavaro, captain of Italy's 2006 FIFA World Cup-winning team, is currently managing Uzbekistan. He is scheduled to lead the team into their first FIFA World Cup this summer. His managerial experience is noted as developing.

Fabio Cannavaro, an iconic World Cup-winning captain for Italy, is currently managing Uzbekistan and is set to lead them into their inaugural FIFA World Cup this summer.

Stefano Pioli

Stefano Pioli, 60, is currently without a club. He has managed several Italian teams, including AC Milan, Fiorentina, Lazio, and Inter Milan. His notable achievement includes winning one Serie A title with AC Milan in 2022.