Maldini and Leonardo on the verge of departure: Italy's national team has five candidates for the head coach position

The situation within the Italian national team is intensifying.

Details: Project leaders Paolo Maldini and Leonardo continue their search for a new head coach for the national squad.

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According to insider Nicolo Schira, their shortlist features Raffaele Palladino, Stefano Pioli, and Thiago Motta. Meanwhile, Italian Olympic Committee president Giovanni Malagò favors more experienced managers—Roberto Mancini or Antonio Conte.

The tension remains high. Reports suggest that if Maldini and Leonardo fail to reach an agreement on the new coach, both are prepared to step down from their positions.

In the coming days, the Italian football leadership expects to make a final decision on who will take charge of the national team.

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