So much for a break! Luciano Spalletti is unveiled as Italy’s new manager and will replace Roberto Mancini less than three months after leaving Napoli for ‘a year off’
So much for a break! Luciano Spalletti is revealed as Italy’s new manager, replacing Roberto Mancini less than three months after leaving Napoli for ‘a year off’
- Former Napoli coach Luciano Spalletti has been appointed as Italy’s new coach
- The 64-year-old will take charge of the national team on September 1
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Luciano Spalletti has been appointed Italy’s new head coach after replacing Roberto Mancini in the national team role.
The 64-year-old led Napoli to the Serie A title last season and will take charge in his new role on September 1, with an official presentation scheduled for early next month.
Italy’s FA released a statement on Friday confirming Spalletti’s appointment, stressing that they believe he is the best person to lead the country to future major honours.
The announcement read: ‘We welcome Spalletti’ – says the president of the FIGC, Gabriele Gravina.
“The national team needed a great coach and I am very happy that he accepted the technical direction of the Azzurri.
Former Napoli boss Luciano Spalletti has been appointed Italy’s new head coach
The 64-year-old Italian (centre) led Napoli to the Serie A title in an outstanding campaign last season
“His enthusiasm and expertise will be fundamental to the challenges facing Italy in the coming months.”
More to follow.