Andrea Pirlo to manage Italy after Thiago Motta rejection
Following a series of rejections from top candidates, Paolo Maldini and Leonardo have turned to Andrea Pirlo as Italy's new head coach.
Paolo Maldini
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Andrea Pirlo set to become Italy head coach on four-year deal
Andrea Pirlo has agreed to a four-year contract to take charge of the Italian national team, with an official announcement expected early next week.
Italy targets Guardiola and Pirlo for head coach position
The Italian Football Federation is looking for a new head coach following a streak of three missed World Cups, narrowing their search to Pep Guardiola and Andrea Pirlo.