Massimiliano Allegri: Touted by many to be the fans choice for the vacant role, Allegri has achieved considerable success in Italian football. The AC Milan boss only returned for his second spell at the San Siro in May, so could take some convincing to give that up for the national team job. After numerous roles in Italy's lower leagues, Allegri was appointed Milan boss in 2010, winning Serie A in his first full season. He then enjoyed two spells as Juventus boss, winning five more Serie A titles, before returning to Milan last year. Antonio Conte: The Italian is contracted to Napoli until 2027, but is another former national boss being linked with a return.

Source: BBC April 03, 2026 13:31 UTC