Zola in talks for Italy delegation chief role

Gianfranco Zola could fill the vacant head of delegation role in Italy's revamped national team set-up.

What happened. Gianfranco Zola is the preferred candidate to become Italy's new head of delegation, a role previously held by Gianluigi Buffon, Gigi Riva, and Gianluca Vialli, with talks expected soon.

• Zola is happy in his current Lega Pro role.
• The new delegation chief will focus on youth teams.
• Beppe Bergomi was also considered for the position.

Zola is expected to hold talks within hours over a potential shift.

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