Roberto Mancini is reportedly set to return as Italy coach, in what would be a second spell in charge of the national team. Multiple reports say the Italian Football Federation, the FIGC, is moving back toward the former boss after other options failed to materialize.
The latest update follows the collapse of a possible deal involving Andrea Pirlo. According to the available reports, Italy's search for a new manager then shifted again, with Mancini emerging as the leading choice to take over.
The snippet also indicates that the FIGC had been turned down by Pep Guardiola and Carlo Ancelotti during its search. That left the federation looking for a realistic and proven appointment, and Mancini now appears to be the most likely answer.
If confirmed, a Roberto Mancini Italy coach return would bring back a familiar figure at a key moment for the national side. While official confirmation was not included in the reports cited, the direction of travel now points strongly toward Mancini resuming the job.
