Ancelotti committed to Brazil, rules out Italy job

Paolo Maldini confirms he spoke to Ancelotti about Italy, but the Brazil coach is staying put.

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What happened. Paolo Maldini revealed he spoke to Carlo Ancelotti about the Italy job, but Ancelotti remains fully committed to Brazil through 2030.

• Maldini and Leonardo also spoke to Pep Guardiola, who declined.
• Andrea Pirlo is now the frontrunner for Italy according to Gazzetta.
• Ancelotti plans to lead Brazil into the 2028 Copa America.

“We cannot deny that we also spoke to Carlo Ancelotti before talking to Pep.”

— Paolo Maldini

Italy continues its search for a permanent coach with Pirlo as the new favorite.

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