Overview

• Claudio Ranieri declined the offer despite initial agreement on terms, citing his commitment as Roma’s senior advisor and full support from the Friedkin family.
• FIGC president Gabriele Gravina must now restart the selection process after banking on Ranieri to steady a side beset by disappointing World Cup qualifying results.
• Stefano Pioli remains under consideration but faces potential delays due to his Al Nassr contract and advanced negotiations to join Fiorentina.
• Gennaro Gattuso has emerged as a leading contender following the resolution of his Hajduk Split contract and willingness to step in immediately.
• Additional candidates on the shortlist include World Cup winners Daniele De Rossi and Fabio Cannavaro, while a return by Roberto Mancini is viewed as unlikely.