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Paolo Maldini appointed technical director of Italy's football federation

The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) announced that former AC Milan captain Paolo Maldini has been appointed technical director and president of Club Italia. The appointment was made by the newly elected FIGC president Giovanni Malagò, who also designated former Brazil‑Italian international Leonardo as Maldini’s advisor. Maldini signed a contract running until 2028 and will oversee all national teams, set a long‑term technical strategy and choose a new head coach after Gennaro Gattuso’s departure.

The move follows Italy’s failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, prompting a four‑year plan aimed at returning the Azzurri to the 2030 World Cup and Euro 2028. Maldini, 58, brings his playing pedigree and recent club‑management experience, while Leonardo will support the technical project. Candidates being discussed for the senior team coach include Antonio Conte, Roberto Mancini and, speculatively, Pep Guardiola.

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