Four Italian Coaches in the Running as Pirlo Eyes Job
Pirlo is set to become the new Italy coach after Guardiola rejected the offer, with the target being the 2030 World Cup. A four-year contract is reportedly on the table, but Buffon has already said no.
The appointment of Pirlo has been accelerated by Maldini and Leonardo, with the announcement expected soon. Pirlo has a contract until the 2030 World Cup, but it's unclear what his plans are for the Italian national team.
Meanwhile, Inter are fighting to sign Romero, with talks ongoing between the two clubs. The centre-back's salary is a major issue, as well as Tottenham's requests and the competition for his signature. Ausilio is in talks with Romero's agents to try and complete the deal.
Juve are also in the market for a new goalkeeper, with Suzuki and Vicario being two of the main targets. The club is waiting for the pre-season tour to start before making a move. Pellegrini is only expected to be signed on loan, with Miretti potentially involved in the deal.
In other news, Roma are looking for a new sporting director, with D'Amico being the top target. Gasp is pushing for the appointment, but it's unclear if D'Amico will accept the offer. Nusa is also being courted by Roma, but El Mala's pathway to the first team is still open.
Tottenham have not called up Azzurro for the pre-season tour, which could mean that he is available for loan. This is a potential option for Juve, who are looking for a new goalkeeper. The Japanese player is valued at around 30m euros, and discussions are ongoing between the two clubs.
The appointment of Pirlo as Italy coach is a major development in Italian football, and it will be interesting to see how he performs in the role. With the 2030 World Cup just around the corner, Pirlo will have a big task on his hands to get Italy back to the top of the world rankings. The announcement of his appointment is expected soon, and it will be a major talking point in the Italian football community.
Source: Yahoo Sports