Guardiola to coach Italy after Man City? What we know so far and the 3 main candidates
Leonardo Bonucci has expressed that having Pep Guardiola as the coach of Italy would be a dream scenario. However, there are currently no concrete indications that this will happen, with three main candidates being discussed in the media. Guardiola is expected to leave Manchester City at the end of the season, and it remains uncertain what his next move will be.
- ▪Leonardo Bonucci stated that Pep Guardiola coaching Italy would be a dream.
- ▪Three main candidates for the Italy coaching position are Antonio Conte, Massimiliano Allegri, and Claudio Ranieri.
- ▪Guardiola is anticipated to leave Manchester City at the end of the season.
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