The England midfielder has committed his future to Manchester City with a four-year deal including a 12-month option, as he looks to rediscover his best form under new manager Enzo Maresca.
The Italian Football Federation is prepared to make financial exceptions to attract Pep Guardiola, while Minister for Sport Andrea Abodi has pledged not to interfere in the selection process.
Pep Guardiola will decide within 48 hours whether to become Italy manager after Paolo Maldini and Leonardo held talks in Spain, with Sky Sport Italia reporting that salary demands will not block the appointment.
Paolo Maldini and Leonardo reportedly met Pep Guardiola in Barcelona to discuss the Italy national team role, with FIGC President Giovanni Malagò expecting a decision soon.
Paolo Maldini and Leonardo have offered Pep Guardiola the Italy job after meeting the former Manchester City manager in Barcelona, though FIGC budget constraints and Guardiola’s desire for a break make the appointment unlikely.
Roberto Mancini has emerged as the frontrunner for the Italy head coach position following Gennaro Gattuso’s departure, backed by the national team players and new federation president Giovanni Malagò.
Manchester City are in advanced negotiations with Chelsea regarding compensation for Enzo Maresca as the club seeks to appoint Pep Guardiola’s successor.
Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak has revealed that Pep Guardiola threatened to resign over 100 times during his decade at the club. The Spaniard finally left this summer after deciding the time was right for new leadership.
Manchester City are negotiating with Chelsea to secure Enzo Maresca as Pep Guardiola’s successor. The Italian manager is expected to return to the Etihad Stadium where he previously served as an assistant coach.